Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs as our 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our strategic planning for the post-2025 landscape, driving cutting-edge initiatives at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable development. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate global trends and position our organization as an industry leader.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and research teams to develop long-term roadmaps, identify emerging opportunities, and mitigate future risks. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and technological investments, making this ideal for a strategic innovator passionate about defining the next decade of progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 strategic roadmap for technology and market expansion
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, quantum computing) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast industry shifts and competitive landscapes
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations for executive leadership
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs for early trend detection
- Design scenario-planning frameworks to navigate geopolitical and technological uncertainties
- Mentor junior strategists in future-casting methodologies and analytical tools
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis across AI, biotech, and sustainable tech domains
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi technique)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or technology evolution
- Experience leading strategic initiatives in Fortune 500 or scale-up environments