Job Description
Join InnovateX Corp as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect tomorrow's solutions today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging trends, disrupt industries, and position our organization at the forefront of the next technological revolution. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution to transform insights into market-defining innovations.
As a key member of our Global Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and startup ecosystems to map the trajectory of 2026's disruptive forces. Your work will directly shape our product roadmap, investment thesis, and competitive advantage in an exponentially evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market shifts by 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for organizational transformation
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints prototyping next-gen solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and venture labs
- Present trend briefings to executive leadership and board committees
- Author annual 'State of 2026' industry impact reports
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Proven track record of predicting market disruptions (portfolio required)
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS) preferred
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism or innovation strategy