Job Description
Join our pioneering team as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and shape the future of technology-driven innovation. We're seeking a visionary thinker to map emerging trends, develop long-term strategic frameworks, and lead cross-functional initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge research with executive-level strategy to position our company at the forefront of technological evolution.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive technologies, anticipate market shifts, and build actionable roadmaps for the next generation of digital transformation. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight, technology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify breakthrough technologies and market disruptors through 2026
- Develop comprehensive strategic frameworks for emerging domains (AI ethics, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Facilitate executive workshops and scenario planning sessions with Fortune 500 partners
- Author forward-looking white papers and thought leadership content published in industry journals
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and technology pioneers
- Translate complex technological forecasts into actionable business strategies for product development
- Represent the company at global innovation forums and future-focused summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences and diverse stakeholders
- Published author or keynote speaker at major innovation conferences
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and futures research frameworks
- Portfolio demonstrating successful technology commercialization strategies