Job Description
Join InnovateTech Labs as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to architect our long-term innovation roadmap, anticipating market shifts and emerging technologies through 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands strategic brilliance, analytical rigor, and a passion for transformative change.
As our bridge between today's breakthroughs and tomorrow's opportunities, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and industry disruptors to identify paradigm-shifting trends. Your insights will directly influence our $2B+ product portfolio and global expansion strategy, ensuring we maintain industry leadership in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ technology foresight framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Produce strategic whitepapers and market disruption reports for executive leadership
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation priorities with future market demands
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Quantify future market opportunities and competitive threats through data modeling
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors quarterly
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, consulting, or corporate foresight with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of anticipating technology disruptions (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and regulatory landscapes
- Exceptional data visualization and predictive modeling skills
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS preferred)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed tech journals