Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect the future of technology and human progress. This role demands a blend of predictive analytics, interdisciplinary innovation, and strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of emerging trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable roadmaps that anticipate market shifts, technological disruptions, and societal transformations. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, this is your opportunity to shape industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for technological and market evolution through 2030
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging opportunities
- Produce strategic foresight reports for executive decision-making
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Design scenario-based simulations for risk mitigation and strategic planning
- Present future-focused insights to stakeholders and investors
- Drive innovation sprints to prototype next-generation solutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futures research, or innovation leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systemic modeling
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Proficiency in AI-driven analytics and predictive modeling tools
- Exceptional communication skills for complex concept translation
- Published work in industry foresight or technology strategy
- Experience with emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech, AGI)