Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, shape long-term innovation roadmaps, and position our organization as the industry's thought leader for the next decade. This role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge technology analysis to transform futuristic possibilities into actionable business strategies.
As a key member of our Innovation Council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly influence product development, market expansion, and venture capital investments targeting 2026+ opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technology disruptions
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for emerging market opportunities
- Produce quarterly future-state scenario briefings for executive stakeholders
- Partner with R&D to align innovation pipelines with 2026 technological inflection points
- Design and facilitate strategic workshops with global innovation partners
- Author thought leadership publications on next-generation business models
- Advise on venture capital investments targeting 2026 market readiness
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Deep expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into commercial strategies
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Published author or speaker at global innovation conferences
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Strong network with academic research labs and emerging technology startups