Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role demands a blend of technological foresight, market intuition, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll partner with C-suite executives to navigate the convergence of AI, quantum computing, and biotech while building sustainable competitive advantages for our portfolio of disruptive ventures.
What you'll achieve:
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities
- Develop multi-year strategic frameworks for 2026+ market landscapes
- Champion innovation through cross-functional R&D partnerships
- Drive thought leadership via industry forums and white papers
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026+ strategic roadmaps integrating exponential technologies
- Conduct market simulations and scenario planning for disruptive inflection points
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and product teams
- Build stakeholder consensus on future-facing investments and pivots
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring long-term strategic initiatives
- Represent company at global futurism conferences and tech summits
- Mentor junior futurists and cultivate internal foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy, innovation, or emerging technology roles
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts
- Expertise in at least two exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or MBA
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Experience with scenario planning tools and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong executive presence with C-suite stakeholder management
- Portfolio demonstrating impact from future-focused initiatives