Job Description
Join 2026 Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our strategic roadmap beyond 2026. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, innovation, and executive leadership to shape how industries evolve in the coming decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, pioneer emerging technologies, and translate complex future scenarios into actionable business strategies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across technology, geopolitics, and socio-economic domains
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps aligned with 2026+ vision and market disruptions
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and board members using data-driven narratives
- Partner with R&D teams to validate emerging technologies against future market needs
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations on future trends
- Champion innovation culture through cross-functional workshops and scenario planning
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in developing long-term strategic frameworks for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal impact
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills for complex future scenarios
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through strategic transformation initiatives
- Published thought leadership in futurism, innovation, or strategic planning
- Deep understanding of geopolitical, environmental, and economic megatrends
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from WFS or CFTE) preferred