Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Corp as we shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This hybrid role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform future possibilities into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across global innovation labs while influencing multi-billion-dollar product roadmaps.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics, with a proven track record of anticipating market shifts 3-5 years in advance. This is your chance to pioneer the methodologies that will define the next decade of technological advancement.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026-2030
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Present quarterly trend briefings to executive board with data-driven scenario analyses
- Architect innovation roadmaps aligning with UN SDGs and ESG principles
- Manage cross-functional Future Labs with R&D, marketing, and sustainability teams
- Publish industry thought leadership in partnership with MIT Media Lab and World Economic Forum
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ accurate 5-year technology predictions
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, TrendWatching)
- Experience with AI-driven forecasting platforms (e.g., Palantir, IBM Watson)
- Published work in peer-reviewed futures journals or top-tier industry publications