Job Description
Join FuturePulse Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of growth. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to transform futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. You'll work directly with C-suite executives to navigate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal evolutions that will define 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market paradigms
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for 2026 business landscapes
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present strategic foresight reports to executive stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design immersive future-state workshops for cross-functional teams
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic indicators impacting long-term strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech domains (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in future-shaping publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred