Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technologies and shape our innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, ensuring our leadership in the next industrial revolution. You'll collaborate with elite engineers, data scientists, and industry disruptors to pioneer breakthroughs that redefine human potential.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll lead horizon scanning initiatives, translate complex concepts into actionable roadmaps, and influence C-suite decisions. If you're passionate about building the future and possess an insatiable curiosity for what lies beyond 2026, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for technologies emerging post-2025
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Collaborate with R&D teams to validate future technology feasibility
- Present insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Anticipate societal impacts of emerging technologies and recommend ethical frameworks
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on future vision
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of anticipating tech disruptions (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies
- Experience working with global innovation ecosystems
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Innovation preferred