Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, develop next-gen roadmaps, and transform speculative concepts into market-ready innovations. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, perfect for a trailblazer who thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business disruption.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and research labs to identify paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and organizational transformation for Fortune 500 partners. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible hybrid work, and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps by analyzing emerging trends across AI, quantum systems, and synthetic biology
- Lead scenario planning workshops to prepare organizations for disruptive technological shifts
- Translate complex future concepts into actionable business strategies for executive stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate next-gen solutions
- Deliver keynote presentations at industry conferences and publish thought leadership
- Manage a portfolio of futuristic innovation projects with $5M+ budgets
- Mentor junior futurists and build a cross-functional future-focused culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or advanced R&D leadership
- Proven track record of predicting and commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, quantum computing, or biotech commercialization
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major technological foresight projects
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFAP preferred)