Job Description
Join InnovateForward Solutions at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect the next generation of disruptive technologies. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our innovation roadmap for 2026 and beyond.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional think tanks, and deliver actionable insights that position us as industry pioneers. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts affecting 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning models for climate adaptation, AI ethics, and biotechnology regulation
- Produce quarterly trend briefings for executive stakeholders with data-driven strategic recommendations
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligning with UN SDGs and ESG frameworks
- Manage a global network of futurist researchers and industry disruptors
- Present at Davos-level conferences and publish thought leadership in Nature Futures
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or Strategic Innovation (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight at Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Portfolio demonstrating published 2026 trend forecasts with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in quantum computing, neurotech, and climate modeling ecosystems
- Proficiency in foresight tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Fluency in Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish for global stakeholder engagement
- Published author in peer-reviewed futures journals (e.g., Futures, Technological Forecasting)