Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and strategic execution to navigate emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global innovators to shape our next-generation products and market positioning. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' reports for executive stakeholders and investors
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation ecosystems
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic shifts affecting 2026 market landscapes
- Design resilience strategies for emerging technology adoption curves
- Present strategic insights to Fortune 500 clients and industry conferences
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFS, WFS)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Published work on emerging technology impacts
- Experience with scenario planning and war gaming methodologies