Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs as we pioneer the frontiers of tomorrow's economy. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform emerging trends into actionable business advantages. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, requiring an individual who thrives in ambiguity and turns uncertainty into opportunity. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to deconstruct megatrends, develop scenario-based strategies, and lead cross-functional teams in executing future-ready initiatives. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, bold experimentation, and data-driven foresight.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives across technology, climate, and geopolitical domains
- Design and implement innovation pipelines translating future insights into R&D priorities
- Author high-impact thought leadership publications and keynote presentations on emerging paradigms
- Champion AI-driven foresight tools and predictive analytics capabilities
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing industry thought leadership networks
- Quantify future market opportunities through proprietary econometric modeling
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record translating complex scenarios into enterprise strategy
- Expertise in AI/ML forecasting tools and predictive modeling frameworks
- Deep understanding of climate tech, quantum computing, and neurotech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation portfolio
- Published author in peer-reviewed foresight journals or top-tier business publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston or CFCS)