Job Description
Join Innovatech Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, shaping how businesses adapt to the technological and societal shifts of the mid-2020s. You'll collaborate with elite teams in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem to transform foresight into actionable strategy.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026 technology and societal inflection points
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for enterprise adaptation
- Partner with C-suite to align innovation roadmaps with future-proofing goals
- Produce trend briefings and predictive analytics for executive decision-making
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops on future-proofing methodologies
- Represent company at global futurism forums and tech summits
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks for 2026+ technologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech policy
- Deep expertise in AI governance, quantum computing, or biotech ethics
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technological disruption
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures to stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ technology impact assessments