Job Description
Join Innovatech Solutions as we pioneer the future of technology and human experience. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, shaping how emerging technologies will transform industries and society. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive trends, develop future scenarios, and translate foresight into actionable business strategies. You'll have direct impact on product development, market expansion, and organizational resilience in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on emerging opportunities and risks
- Produce strategic whitepapers and executive briefings on disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready capabilities into roadmaps
- Establish innovation metrics to track progress toward 2026 strategic milestones
- Represent the organization at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology foresight role
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy
- Experience with foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)