Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to identify emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and drive innovation across our AI-driven ecosystem. This role sits at the intersection of technology, foresight, and strategic execution, requiring both analytical rigor and creative disruption.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends to identify opportunities for 2026+ market disruption
- Develop strategic frameworks for integrating emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, sustainable AI)
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state innovation
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on next-generation human-machine interfaces
- Partner with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting long-term tech adoption
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or tech innovation roles
- Expertise in emerging technologies (blockchain, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business plans
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Strong data visualization and scenario planning skills
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS preferred)
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies