Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends, shape our innovation roadmap, and position us at the forefront of technological evolution. This role bridges foresight with execution, transforming predictive insights into actionable strategies for our global portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, socio-economic shifts, and geopolitical trends to forecast industry disruptions
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology horizon scanning framework
- Collaborate with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with future-proof business models
- Lead scenario planning workshops for high-stakes decision-making
- Produce actionable whitepapers and trend reports for executive stakeholders
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Represent company at global futurist forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-focused tech roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry journals or major media
- Experience scaling foresight processes across enterprise organizations