Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Inc. as a Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap. We're seeking a visionary leader to anticipate technological disruptions, market shifts, and societal trends that will define the next decade. This pivotal role bridges innovation, strategy, and execution, ensuring our company thrives in an exponentially evolving landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to shape our future-proof business model.
Why This Role Matters: In 2026, AI ethics, quantum computing adoption, and climate tech convergence will redefine industries. Your insights will directly influence our $2B R&D portfolio and market expansion strategy. This is your chance to leave an indelible mark on tomorrow's innovations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 strategic foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging risks and opportunities in biotech, AI governance, and sustainable infrastructure
- Produce quarterly strategic briefings for the board on disruptive technologies with 2026 market potential
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready features into our 2025-2026 product roadmap
- Establish global partnerships with academic labs, policy institutes, and venture capital firms shaping 2026 tech trajectories
- Author thought leadership publications on the future of work, human-AI collaboration, and ethical innovation
- Oversee a $500K innovation fund for pilot projects targeting 2026 market readiness
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field with 7+ years in strategic foresight
- Proven track record of successfully predicting market shifts (provide 3 case studies)
- Expertise in exponential technologies: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI governance frameworks
- Deep understanding of geopolitical and climate scenarios affecting 2026 global markets
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on future-proofing strategies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into actionable business strategies
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., WFS, APF) or equivalent practical experience
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused trend analysis or scenario planning projects