Job Description
Join Innovatech Labs as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist Lead to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to shape our decade-long vision while driving tangible business impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 strategic foresight framework integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to identify disruptive opportunities in emerging markets
- Present visionary roadmaps to executive leadership and key stakeholders quarterly
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs for trend analysis
- Mentor a team of futurists and strategists in horizon scanning methodologies
- Author annual 'Future State' reports influencing company-wide R&D priorities
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory changes impacting long-term strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging technologies (AI, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Experience scaling innovation frameworks in Fortune 500 environments
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Roadmapping preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state implementations
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and ethical innovation frameworks