Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends technological foresight with human-centric innovation to shape how businesses thrive in the post-2025 landscape. If you're passionate about quantum computing, AI ethics, or sustainable futures, this is your chance to define the decade.
Responsibilities
- Scan horizon for 2026+ tech disruptions (quantum, bioengineering, metaverse)
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI-human integration frameworks
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D teams
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Partner with product teams to embed foresight into development
- Curate quarterly 'Futurecast' thought leadership summits
- Monitor geopolitical and climate impact on tech evolution
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record mapping 5-10 year future scenarios
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum/AI/blockchain)
- Exceptional storytelling with data-driven future narratives
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s societal shifts
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP)