Job Description
Join InnovateFuture Labs as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead and architect the next frontier of technological evolution. We seek a visionary strategist to define our innovation roadmap for 2026, bridging emerging technologies with market disruption. This executive role demands a blend of foresight, analytical rigor, and leadership to position our company at the vanguard of industry transformation. Collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future trends into actionable strategies, driving sustainable growth in an era of unprecedented change.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic vision integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Present strategic roadmaps to stakeholders and investors with data-backed insights
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic trends impacting 2026 technology landscapes
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation strategists
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of executing multi-year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Executive presence with experience presenting to C-suite and boards
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or MBA preferred
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS) highly valued