Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions for the post-2025 landscape. This pivotal role demands an unparalleled blend of foresight, strategic planning, and cross-industry innovation to position us as the undisputed leader in emerging technologies and societal trends.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional initiatives, and shape our innovation pipeline through 2030. We offer a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational growth.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year strategic vision for 2026+ technological and societal paradigms
- Lead scenario planning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainability sectors
- Architect innovation frameworks for emerging market opportunities and disruptive threats
- Partner with R&D teams to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Present strategic recommendations to stakeholders through compelling data narratives
- Establish thought leadership through industry publications and conference keynotes
- Mentor future strategists and cultivate a culture of anticipatory innovation
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or C-suite innovation leadership
- Proven track record of successful 5+ year strategic planning implementation
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech, climate tech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or equivalent field
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Strong network of global futurists and industry disruptors
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (e.g., Harvard Business Review)
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPC preferred)