Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centric innovation to shape the future of digital experiences. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and pioneer solutions that redefine industry standards. If you're passionate about transforming abstract concepts into tangible realities and thrive in ambiguity, this is your moment to impact how the world evolves.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation strategy framework across technology, sustainability, and human experience domains
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and paradigm shifts
- Design scenario-planning models for long-term business resilience and market adaptation
- Facilitate executive workshops and stakeholder alignment on future-state roadmaps
- Establish KPIs and measurement systems for innovation maturity and future-readiness
- Pioneer cross-industry partnerships to accelerate adoption of next-generation solutions
- Author thought leadership content positioning company as a 2026 innovation authority
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or technology consulting
- Proven track record developing and implementing multi-year future-state roadmaps
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech convergence)
- Certification in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or equivalent advanced degree
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Demonstrated experience leading C-level strategic initiatives
- Portfolio of published futurist work or industry-shaping innovations
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research methodologies mastery