Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead. Join our elite team of visionaries to forecast technological, societal, and economic trends defining the next decade. Drive cutting-edge research initiatives and develop actionable roadmaps for emerging paradigms. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position InnovateFuture at the forefront of the 2026 landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives for disruptive technologies and market shifts
- Develop and maintain 2026 strategic foresight frameworks
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future insights into corporate strategy
- Present trend analysis to stakeholders through compelling visual narratives
- Manage cross-functional teams executing forward-looking innovation projects
- Author high-impact white papers on 2026 industry scenarios
- Establish global partnerships with future-focused research institutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Advanced degree in futurism, technology, or business strategy
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred