Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. as we pioneer the future of technology and society. We seek a visionary Futurist & Technology Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap by analyzing emerging trends, developing forward-looking frameworks, and guiding innovation across our global organization. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform possibilities into actionable strategies.
As a key member of our C-suite advisory team, you will collaborate with industry leaders, academic pioneers, and government think tanks to identify paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and corporate positioning in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, market disruptions, and socio-economic shifts to forecast 2026 industry landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies including quantum computing, neural interfaces, and climate adaptation systems
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops to translate future scenarios into product roadmaps
- Author high-impact thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Advise executive leadership on technology adoption risks and opportunities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs for cutting-edge research
- Design ethical frameworks for AI deployment and autonomous system governance
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years experience in technology forecasting or strategic innovation
- Proven track record of publishing forward-looking research on emerging tech
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience advising C-suite executives on technology strategy
- Portfolio of published futurist reports or strategic frameworks