Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of technological and societal evolution. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging trends, design future-proof frameworks, and guide high-stakes decisions that will define the 2026 landscape. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to turn foresight into reality.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026 technology, economic, and societal disruptors
- Develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D teams to align innovation roadmaps with future market demands
- Produce actionable whitepapers and strategic briefings on 2026 opportunities
- Champion future literacy across organization through workshops and thought leadership
- Advise on ecosystem partnerships and M&A strategies for 2026 competitive positioning
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes impacting 2026 implementation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning methodologies
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and climate tech convergence points
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic foresight
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ future-facing projects implemented at scale