Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the future landscape of emerging technologies. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our 5-year innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive trends, develop forward-looking strategies, and position our organization as an industry pioneer. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the next decade of progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 industry projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and assess market readiness
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast societal impacts of technological advancements
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for global disruption events
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investment committees
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' foresight reports
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning or technology innovation roles
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and scenario modeling
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their implications
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful long-term strategy implementation
- Strong network within innovation ecosystems (VCs, research institutions)
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Foresight preferred