Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of innovation as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. As a Senior Futurist, you'll drive strategic foresight initiatives to prepare our organization for the transformative year of 2026. This role demands visionary leadership, cutting-edge analytical skills, and the ability to translate complex trends into actionable business strategies. We're seeking a trailblazer who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics to shape our next-generation roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for C-suite decision-making
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions and innovation pipelines
- Present actionable insights to executive stakeholders through compelling visualizations and narratives
- Build and mentor a cross-functional futurist task force
- Publish thought leadership in industry journals and conferences
- Integrate foresight methodologies into product development lifecycle
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future-oriented R&D
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology impact assessment
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on long-term transformation
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFM, APF) strongly preferred