Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we shape the future! We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to lead our next-generation innovation initiatives. This high-impact role requires blending cutting-edge technology foresight with actionable business strategy. You'll work alongside C-suite executives to identify emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of the 2026 digital landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts relevant to 2026
- Develop and execute strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with organizational vision
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present insights to executive stakeholders through compelling data visualizations
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and industry thought leaders
- Monitor global tech policies and regulatory developments
- Drive cross-functional workshops to embed future-thinking across departments
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite technology leadership
- Proven track record of mapping 5-10 year technology trajectories
- Expertise in emerging fields: AI ethics, quantum computing, biotech convergence
- Exceptional analytical skills with data-driven decision making
- Experience building scenario planning frameworks for complex systems
- Strong communication skills translating complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Advanced degree in technology, business, or futures studies
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism or strategy