Job Description
InnovateX Labs seeks a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap. As we stand at the precipice of unprecedented technological and societal transformation, you'll lead our strategic foresight initiatives, identifying emerging trends and shaping actionable plans that will define our next chapter. Join our elite team of disruptors where your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and long-term innovation strategy.
This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to decode signals from the future, translating complex scenarios into competitive advantages. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities and thrive in ambiguity, this is your opportunity to shape what comes next.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces impacting 2026 landscape
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models for enterprise decision-making
- Partner with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product roadmaps and innovation pipelines
- Deliver executive briefings on emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions
- Establish and maintain global network of futurists, technologists, and industry thought leaders
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with actionable recommendations for C-suite
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight methodologies across organization
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futures research
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Published work in foresight publications or presentations at global forums
- Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives in tech-forward organizations