Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and lead the charge in shaping tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary thinker to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions to build actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution to position our organization at the forefront of innovation.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and external futurists to translate foresight into competitive advantages. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term planning, this is your opportunity to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global mega-trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify 2026 opportunities and threats
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive technological shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking into product roadmaps
- Produce annual '2026 Horizon Report' with strategic recommendations
- Monitor emerging startups and academic breakthroughs for competitive intelligence
- Advose leadership on regulatory and ethical implications of future technologies
- Build relationships with futurist networks and think tanks
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex futures to stakeholders
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from WFS or APF)
- Portfolio demonstrating foresight projects with measurable impact