Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and architect the future of tomorrow. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, develop forward-looking roadmaps, and drive innovation across industries. This role blends strategic foresight with actionable execution, perfect for pioneers who thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business transformation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal shifts to forecast 2026 industry landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term organizational adaptation and disruption resilience
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-state visions
- Produce trend intelligence reports and scenario-planning models for executive leadership
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-focused solutions and services
- Advain on ethical implications of technological advancements and societal impacts
- Mentor junior futurists and build a culture of continuous innovation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven experience with scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend mapping
- Deep expertise in AI, biotech, climate tech, or quantum computing trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into compelling narratives
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPS) or innovation management
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused projects or published foresight work