Job Description
Step into the future with FutureVision Labs as we pioneer the 2026 horizon. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect next-generation business models, and lead our innovation ecosystem. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market disruption, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight.
Join our elite team of futurists in San Francisco's dynamic tech landscape, where your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market positioning. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to transform theoretical futures into tangible competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global megatrends (AI, biotech, climate tech) to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed future intelligence into organizational DNA
- Build and maintain a proprietary foresight framework using advanced data modeling
- Present executive-level strategic briefings with quantifiable impact projections
- Identify and cultivate partnerships with emerging technology pioneers
- Author forward-looking thought leadership for industry publications and conferences
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, trend analysis, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from University of Houston)