Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. As a pioneer in our field, you'll decode emerging tech trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and embed foresight into our DNA. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative brilliance to position us as industry leaders in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop long-term innovation roadmaps aligned with exponential growth opportunities
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-focused strategies into organizational DNA
- Conduct scenario planning workshops for high-impact decision-making under uncertainty
- Author white papers and thought leadership frameworks on emerging tech ethics and governance
- Manage cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype next-gen solutions
- Establish KPIs to measure innovation maturity and foresight ROI
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology foresight roles
- Proven expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, neurotech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry forums
- Experience building innovation ecosystems within Fortune 500 or scale-up environments
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or APF)
- Mastery of scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP-VR, cross-impact matrices)