Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation as we seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our next-generation technology roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities while ensuring our strategies align with long-term societal shifts. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for global technological adoption
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize insights from R&D, marketing, and product teams
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and strategic briefs for executive stakeholders
- Identify partnership opportunities with startups and research institutions
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic factors impacting tech evolution
- Present strategic recommendations at industry conferences and investor meetings
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or tech research
- Proven track record of published trend analysis or scenario planning
- Expertise in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-shaping initiatives