Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This hybrid role demands radical imagination paired with analytical rigor to navigate the complex intersection of technology, society, and business evolution. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global think tanks to shape our organization's decade-long roadmap.
What you'll achieve: Forecast disruptive technologies, develop scenario-based strategic frameworks, and lead cross-functional initiatives that position us as industry pioneers in the 2026 landscape. Your insights will directly influence $500M+ product roadmaps and market expansion strategies.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 3-5 year impact assessments
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for global market shifts and regulatory landscapes
- Architect strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market positioning through 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops with engineering, design, and business teams
- Produce trend reports and executive briefings on future competitive landscapes
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Advise leadership on long-term risk mitigation and opportunity identification
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-tech research
- Proven track record of translating future trends into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and technology impact analysis
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI/ML, Web3, biotech, quantum)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and technical teams
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published research or thought leadership on technological disruption
- Experience with strategic planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)