Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the next frontier of technological evolution. We're seeking visionary pioneers to decode emerging trends, disrupt industries, and define the roadmap for 2026 and beyond. In this role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and transform futuristic concepts into market-ready solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential growth, this is your moment to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for 2026 market impact
- Develop strategic roadmaps for next-gen product development and market entry
- Lead innovation workshops with Fortune 500 partners to identify disruption opportunities
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work and human-machine collaboration
- Build and mentor a team of futurist researchers and scenario planners
- Secure $5M+ in R&D funding for experimental 2026-vision projects
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic concepts (portfolio required)
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Certification in scenario planning or innovation management (preferred)