Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to anticipate disruptive trends and shape our innovation pipeline. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to transform emerging possibilities into market-leading solutions. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your opportunity to define tomorrow's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable tech domains
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating 2026+ technology forecasts with business objectives
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state scenarios
- Produce executive-ready reports on disruptive threats and opportunities
- Drive R&D portfolio optimization based on future market simulations
- Establish KPIs for measuring long-term technology adoption impact
- Represent company at global tech foresight conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in exponential technologies and adoption curve modeling
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech trends (e.g., IEEE, HBR)
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Shell, Delphi)
- Deep understanding of global tech policy and regulatory landscapes
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive and technical audiences
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight preferred