Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape 2026's digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Technology Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's innovations. This role merges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to future-proof our product roadmap while mentoring next-gen innovators. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and commercial reality, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum AI, neural interfaces, synthetic biology) and translate insights into strategic roadmaps
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026 technological disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align R&D priorities with market evolution
- Author forward-looking white papers influencing industry thought leadership
- Build partnerships with academic labs and government innovation initiatives
- Mentor junior futurists on predictive modeling methodologies
- Represent company at global tech summits shaping 2026 policy discussions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology consulting or corporate R&D leadership
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on future-tech forecasting
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Proven track record influencing C-suite tech strategy decisions
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies
- Experience with predictive analytics tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts