Job Description
Shape the future as a 2026 Innovation Strategist at FutureWorks Labs. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation roadmap for emerging technologies and societal shifts. This pivotal role requires synthesizing cutting-edge trends into actionable business strategies that will redefine industries by 2026.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop foresight frameworks that anticipate disruption. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and market evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Analyze emerging societal trends to identify market opportunities and disruptors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product development strategies
- Build scenario models for regulatory, geopolitical, and ethical implications of future tech
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Maintain competitive intelligence database on emerging technologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or Technology Policy
- 7+ years in strategic planning, R&D, or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into business value
- Strong data visualization and scenario planning capabilities
- Certification in Futures Studies or similar preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ years of published foresight work