Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect the future of technology and human experience. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and transform abstract concepts into market-ready breakthroughs. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with emerging tech trends
- Lead scenario planning workshops for disruptive market shifts (2026 horizon)
- Identify and vet emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Present strategic insights to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations
- Build and manage a global network of futurists and academic researchers
- Drive innovation culture through internal thought leadership programs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, product innovation, or consulting
- Proven track record of launching tech products with 3+ year market impact
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Strong background in at least one emerging tech domain (AI/ML, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPC) preferred
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-state analyses or innovation frameworks