Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today. FutureVision Labs seeks a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 strategic foresight initiatives. Join our elite team of innovators in designing the next decade of technological breakthroughs. You'll drive paradigm-shifting research while collaborating with Fortune 500 partners to build future-ready ecosystems. This role offers unparalleled influence in emerging tech fields and includes executive-level exposure.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 business landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Produce executive-ready foresight reports with actionable strategic recommendations
- Facilitate cross-industry workshops with C-suite stakeholders on future-proofing strategies
- Build proprietary trend databases using machine learning and predictive analytics
- Represent the company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining cutting-edge research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight or innovation leadership with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused strategies with measurable ROI
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AGI
- Strong command of scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis frameworks
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology innovation journals