Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next wave of technological disruption. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, shaping how businesses evolve in an AI-driven world. You'll lead cross-functional teams to prototype breakthrough solutions while navigating ethical implications and market readiness. Our culture rewards bold thinking, rapid iteration, and sustainable innovation. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead AI ethics and governance framework implementation
- Coordinate quantum computing adoption pilots
- Design human-AI collaboration protocols
- Produce innovation KPI dashboards using predictive analytics
- Host immersive future scenario workshops
- Manage $2M+ R&D budgets for emerging tech ventures
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futures research
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Published thought leadership on 4IR implications
- Certified in emerging tech governance frameworks
- Experience scaling digital transformation initiatives
- Advanced degree in Technology Policy or Systems Thinking
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ industry-shaping projects