Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we seek a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to shape our 2026 innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can decode emerging trends, anticipate disruptive technologies, and architect transformative strategies that will define the next decade of human progress.
As a key architect of our technological future, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to develop actionable foresight frameworks. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and investment decisions across our AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology divisions.
Immerse yourself in cutting-edge research while guiding our organization through the complexities of exponential change. This is your opportunity to leave an indelible mark on how humanity interfaces with technology in the 2026 era and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and forecast market impacts through 2030
- Develop and maintain a dynamic technology foresight framework with quarterly updates
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to translate future scenarios into strategic initiatives
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-proofing principles into development lifecycles
- Produce executive-ready trend reports and scenario analyses for board-level decision-making
- Build and nurture a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Champion ethical technology adoption and sustainable innovation practices
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of predicting tech trends with documented business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional storytelling skills to communicate complex future states to diverse audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Experience with technology roadmapping and innovation portfolio management
- Portfolio of published foresight work or successful strategic implementations