Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions that will define the next decade. This is your chance to shape corporate strategy by anticipating future paradigms while delivering actionable insights today.
Why FutureWorks? We're a Silicon Valley leader in predictive analytics and innovation incubation, with 15+ years of Fortune 500 partnerships. Our work directly influences global tech policy and startup ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends, geopolitical shifts, and cultural movements to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for C-suite executives across AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed foresight into product development cycles
- Author quarterly future-state reports with 85%+ predictive accuracy benchmark
- Establish industry thought leadership through white papers and keynote presentations
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford research labs on emerging technology impact studies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in corporate strategy, consulting, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (provide case studies)
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains: AI ethics, neurotech, or climate tech
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi, scenario planning)
- Exceptional data visualization skills using Tableau or equivalent
- Portfolio of published future-state analyses