Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a blend of technological foresight, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to shape how humanity navigates the coming decade of unprecedented change. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to develop actionable frameworks for emerging paradigms in AI ethics, sustainable tech adoption, and human-machine symbiosis. If you thrive at the intersection of science fiction and commercial viability, this is your opportunity to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for global stakeholders on disruptive technology impacts
- Establish KPIs for ethical tech adoption and responsible innovation frameworks
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready solutions into current roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications on long-term technological convergence trends
- Manage cross-functional 'Future Council' comprising engineers, ethicists, and futurists
- Represent the company at global forums on emerging technology governance
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Ethics, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial roadmaps
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, synthetic biology, quantum computing)
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published work in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience facilitating scenario-planning with Fortune 500 leadership teams
- Deep understanding of global technology policy and ethical frameworks