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Strategic Futurist 2026 Lead

InnovateNext Labs
San Francisco
Estimated Salary
USD 180.000 – USD 250.000
Live Update
17 Mei 2026
Deadline
17 Mei 2027

Job Description

Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist 2026 Lead to shape our long-term innovation roadmap. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with strategic execution, guiding our organization through the disruptive landscape of 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts, design next-generation business models, and lead high-impact initiatives that redefine industry standards. If you're passionate about turning futuristic possibilities into tangible realities, we want you on our team.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight framework identifying emerging tech, market shifts, and societal disruptions
  • Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype solutions for 2026-era challenges (quantum computing integration, AI ethics frameworks, decentralized economies)
  • Produce high-impact strategic briefings for board members on future-proofing business models
  • Establish global partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer 2026-relevant technologies
  • Drive organizational change management initiatives to prepare teams for 2026 operational realities
  • Curate and present cutting-edge future scenarios to executive stakeholders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting with demonstrable impact on long-term business transformation
  • Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, biotech) and their 2026 commercial applications
  • Proven track record of leading enterprise-level innovation initiatives from ideation to execution
  • Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or equivalent technical field
  • Exceptional systems thinking with ability to model complex future scenarios
  • Published thought leadership on technological disruption (white papers, patents, or industry keynotes)
  • Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPS) or equivalent analytical rigor

Required Skills

Strategic Foresight Innovation Management Emerging Technologies Scenario Planning Systems Thinking C-Suite Strategy 2026 Tech Roadmapping Future-Proofing

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