Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of technology and society. This is your chance to shape industries before they exist.
In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop forward-looking roadmaps, identify paradigm-shifting opportunities, and position our company as the industry's thought leader. We offer a dynamic environment where your insights directly impact global innovation.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze emerging technologies and societal shifts through 2026 horizon scanning
- Develop strategic frameworks for next-generation product innovation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify future market opportunities
- Author thought leadership reports on disruptive trends
- Advise executive team on long-term technology investments
- Build partnerships with academic and research institutions
- Quantify future market potentials through predictive modeling
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of successful trend analysis and scenario planning
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or sustainable tech domains
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in industry publications
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFM) preferred
- Experience with predictive analytics tools