Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as InnovateNext Labs seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to lead our next-generation innovation initiatives. This high-impact role bridges emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruption to build actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Join our elite team of pioneers redefining industries through predictive analysis and strategic foresight.
Located in the heart of San Francisco's tech corridor, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D leaders, and global trend analysts to anticipate and capitalize on seismic shifts in AI, biotech, climate tech, and human-machine interfaces. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 strategic foresight framework using trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate existential risks
- Produce quarterly executive briefings on emerging technologies and societal shifts with quantified impact assessments
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions, government labs, and innovation hubs
- Design and launch pilot initiatives to validate future-focused business models and technologies
- Mentor a high-performance team of futurists and data scientists
- Present strategic recommendations to the board and executive leadership with data-backed narratives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futures research
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, causal layered analysis, etc.)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Advanced degree in strategic foresight, technology management, or related field
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Experience managing remote global teams and diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio of published foresight work or implemented strategic initiatives