Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs as a Senior Futurist 2026 to shape tomorrow's reality today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and drive our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation to transform foresight into competitive advantage.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, partner with C-suite executives, and pioneer methodologies that prepare our organization for the technological and societal shifts of the late 2020s. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic foresight frameworks for 2026+ technological and market evolution
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive teams to prepare for disruptive innovations
- Analyze global trends in AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing
- Design prototype solutions for emerging challenges in sustainability and digital transformation
- Present actionable insights to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Maintain a network of industry experts and academic partners for trend validation
- Drive innovation sprints to validate future-focused product concepts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, R&D leadership, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario modeling, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills with C-level executives and technical teams
- Certification in foresight or strategic planning (e.g., APF, WFS) strongly preferred