Job Description
Join InnovateTech Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead our innovation initiatives, identify emerging trends, and develop strategic roadmaps for the future. This role requires a blend of analytical prowess, creative foresight, and executive-level communication to transform cutting-edge concepts into actionable business strategies.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global tech pioneers to anticipate industry shifts and position InnovateTech at the forefront of the 2026 digital frontier. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, business strategy, and human-centric design, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning for emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Conduct scenario planning for disruptive market shifts and technological convergence
- Present future-focused insights to executive leadership and board members
- Partner with R&D teams to translate foresight into prototype development
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Author thought leadership publications on technology evolution and societal impact
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech research
- Proven track record of predicting market trends with documented case studies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, neurotech, or climate tech
- Exceptional presentation skills with experience to C-level audiences
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Deep understanding of socio-technical systems and human-centered design principles