Job Description
Join our visionary team at InnovateHorizons Inc. as we architect the future of 2026. We seek a Strategic Futurist Lead to develop groundbreaking frameworks that will redefine industries through emerging technologies and predictive analytics. This pivotal role combines foresight strategy with cross-functional leadership to shape our company's decade-long roadmap.
As a pioneer in future-shaping, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities. Your work will directly influence our $2B innovation portfolio and position us as market leaders in the rapidly evolving technological landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic 2026 roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in forecasting market disruptions and competitive threats
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global regulatory shifts and sustainability mandates
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks for emerging tech R&D
- Present visionary insights to stakeholders through executive briefings and board presentations
- Drive innovation sprints to prototype next-gen solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists using predictive modeling tools
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or futurism with Fortune 500 experience
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AGI, Web4.0, neural interfaces)
- Proven track record developing decade-long strategic frameworks
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFrA) preferred
- Exceptional data storytelling using visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience with scenario planning software (e.g., Kumu, Scenarios)
- Published thought leadership on future technologies (peer-reviewed journals)