Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of shaping tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative pathways for our global clients. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, ensuring our organization remains ahead of the curve in an era of unprecedented technological and societal evolution.
As a key member of our Innovation Ecosystem, you'll collaborate with industry pioneers, leverage proprietary foresight methodologies, and deliver actionable insights that redefine business horizons. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and long-term strategy, this is your opportunity to impact the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026+ markets
- Develop and present strategic foresight frameworks to C-suite executives and Fortune 500 clients
- Design scenario-planning models for climate adaptation, AI governance, and biotech convergence
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and policy teams
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global tech forums
- Build and maintain an intelligence network of academic, industry, and government futurists
- Quantify market opportunities through predictive analytics and trend correlation studies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and systemic modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author in futurism or technology foresight publications
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating impact on organizational strategy through future-oriented initiatives