Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead our innovation ecosystem into the next frontier. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts before they disrupt markets.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex data into actionable insights, and collaborates across disciplines to build the future. You'll work directly with C-suite executives and pioneering research teams to develop 5-year strategic frameworks that position us as industry pioneers.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Develop 2026 strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to synthesize future scenarios
- Produce executive briefings on disruptive technologies and market inflection points
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Represent the company at global innovation forums and thought leadership events
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing 5+ year strategic frameworks
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech stacks (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Planning preferred