Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc., a leader in next-generation solutions, as we prepare for the transformative landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our future-facing roadmap and drive disruptive growth in emerging technologies. This role requires a blend of foresight, technical expertise, and business acumen to shape our decade-long innovation pipeline.
Responsibilities
- Lead research and analysis of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify opportunities for 2026 market disruption
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating future trends with current business objectives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype and validate futuristic solutions
- Present innovation blueprints to C-suite and external stakeholders
- Monitor global tech policy shifts affecting long-term innovation landscapes
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and industry think tanks
- Quantify ROI projections for futuristic initiatives using advanced modeling
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation roles within tech/consulting
- Deep expertise in forecasting methodologies (scenario planning, Delphi technique)
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives
- Strong understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Certification in Innovation Management (e.g., CMI) preferred