Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation solutions, and transform industries before they happen. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive strategy to shape our company's decade-long roadmap. Work alongside Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and sustainability architects in our state-of-the-art Quantum Innovation Lab.
Responsibilities
- Scan horizon for disruptive technologies across biotech, quantum computing, and climate science
- Develop 10-year strategic scenarios for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and venture teams
- Author annual 'FutureState' reports influencing $2B+ investment portfolio
- Partner with global policy think tanks on ethical AI frameworks
- Mentor junior futurists in trend synthesis and scenario modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight at Fortune 500 or unicorn startup
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (include case studies)
- Expertise in Delphi method, trend mapping, and horizon scanning
- Proficiency in AI/ML trend analysis tools (e.g., GPT-4, Trendalyzer)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Security clearance for sensitive government partnerships