Job Description
Join our elite team at Innovatech Solutions to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead strategic planning for the 2026 horizon, transforming cutting-edge concepts into actionable roadmaps. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research institutions, and global partners to shape our innovation ecosystem. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to define tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic foresight initiatives targeting 2026 technological and societal trends
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive innovations and market opportunities
- Produce comprehensive trend reports and scenario-planning frameworks for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic labs, startups, and industry think tanks
- Integrate AI-driven analytics with human intuition to predict market evolutions
- Mentor junior futurists and build the organization's foresight capabilities
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Proven track record of developing and implementing 5+ year strategic plans
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong network within tech, biotech, or climate innovation sectors
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Proficiency in AI tools (e.g., predictive modeling platforms, NLP analytics)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy