Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect solutions that will redefine industries by the mid-2020s. This role blends cutting-edge technology forecasting with actionable business strategy, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies including quantum computing, advanced AI, and biotech convergence. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses the ability to translate complex future scenarios into competitive advantages today.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops on future scenario planning
- Build strategic partnerships with academic and research institutions
- Present innovation frameworks to executive stakeholders and investors
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting future tech adoption
- Design pilot programs for breakthrough technologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in corporate innovation or futures consulting
- Expertise in technology forecasting methodologies
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Strong understanding of quantum computing and AI convergence
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation initiatives
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFP) preferred
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills