Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to shape our innovation pipeline. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and publish industry-defining white papers that position us as the undisputed leader in the 2026 digital landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to redefine the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 corporate innovation strategy
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech) for competitive advantage
- Lead quarterly futurist workshops with R&D and product teams
- Author annual 'Horizon Report' predicting market shifts 2024-2026
- Partner with VCs to identify disruptive startups for acquisition
- Design scalable frameworks for rapid prototyping of 2026 solutions
- Present strategic recommendations to the board of directors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published thought leadership on future technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Experience with exponential technology (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Business Strategy, or equivalent
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)
- Track record of implementing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF)