Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role blends foresight with execution, shaping how humanity interacts with technology, sustainability, and societal evolution. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to build the future, today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and paradigm shifts affecting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with market evolution and global megatrends
- Partner with C-suite executives to future-proof product portfolios and business models
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs prototyping next-gen human-AI interfaces
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote addresses at global forums
- Mentor innovation teams in design thinking and exponential technologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (AI, quantum, bioengineering)
- Deep expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Published thought leader in technology or futurism publications
- Experience with global regulatory frameworks for exponential technologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures into actionable strategy