Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs as a pioneering 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking visionary minds to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies, anticipate societal shifts, and shape our decade-long innovation pipeline. This role blends foresight analysis with strategic execution in a dynamic, research-driven environment.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate future trends into actionable business strategies while maintaining our position at the forefront of technological evolution. Ideal candidates thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps and innovation frameworks
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable systems
- Design strategic partnerships with leading research institutions and startups
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future vision
- Produce foresight reports and scenario-planning documents for executive leadership
- Identify disruptive opportunities and market gaps for competitive advantage
- Maintain a global network of futurists and domain experts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology, Business, or Social Sciences with 5+ years in strategy or innovation
- Proven expertise in futures thinking, trend analysis, and scenario planning
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Experience developing long-term strategic frameworks (5+ year horizons)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations and stakeholder alignment
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or innovation strategy projects
- Proficiency in data visualization tools and strategic modeling software