Job Description
Join InnovateCorp's visionary leadership team as we architect the future. We're seeking a pioneering 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape our next-generation roadmap. This role demands a blend of visionary thinking, data-driven foresight, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging technologies into market-defining opportunities.
As the architect of our 2026 horizon, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global innovation labs. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market positioning for the next decade of exponential growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotech, and sustainable tech
- Develop 2026 strategic frameworks for product innovation and market expansion
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives between engineering, design, and business units
- Present actionable foresight to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Author annual 'Future State' reports influencing $500M+ investment portfolios
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercial roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and emerging technology assessment frameworks
- Strong data analytics background with proficiency in trend forecasting tools
- Exceptional communication skills for influencing C-suite and technical teams
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy (required)
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or equivalent