Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for our global clients. This premium role blends cutting-edge research with executive counsel, positioning you at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy.
In our dynamic San Francisco headquarters, you'll collaborate with C-suite leaders from Fortune 500 companies to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and sustainable development. Your insights will directly shape multi-billion-dollar decisions as we navigate the pivotal 2026 technological inflection point.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends with 3-5 year impact
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate-resilient business models
- Produce executive-grade trend briefings for C-suite decision-makers
- Architect cross-functional innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 milestones
- Facilitate strategic workshops with global R&D and product teams
- Author white papers on quantum computing and neurotech convergence
- Partner with venture capital arms to evaluate emerging technologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of delivering trend-based executive counsel
- Certification in scenario planning or horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Experience with Delphi method and cross-impact matrix analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful trend-to-strategy translations