Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist 2026 Lead to shape strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies and societal shifts. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to guide our R&D initiatives toward 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research scientists, and product architects to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies. Our dynamic environment offers unparalleled opportunities to influence next-generation solutions in AI, sustainable tech, and human-machine interfaces. If you're passionate about demystifying the future and building the foundations for what's next, we invite you to lead our 2026 vision.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 technology and market trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and risks
- Produce high-impact scenario analyses and trend reports for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and industry think tanks
- Integrate future intelligence into product development roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Mentor junior futurists and build the organization's foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Minimum 8 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional analytical and systems thinking abilities
- Strong presentation skills with executive audiences
- Published thought leadership on future trends or scenario planning
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis tools