Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as we pioneer the next frontier of human progress. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect transformative solutions for a rapidly evolving world. We seek a visionary leader who thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies, sustainable development, and human-centric design. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the decade's most critical breakthroughs while working with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and climate resilience
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype next-gen solutions in AR/VR and biotech
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on geopolitical shifts affecting global innovation
- Design scalable frameworks for sustainable urban planning and circular economies
- Forge strategic partnerships with governments, academia, and Fortune 500 labs
- Present findings to C-suite executives and international policy boards
- Mentor junior futurists in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 8+ years in strategy consulting or R&D leadership within tech/biotech sectors
- Published research on exponential technologies or sustainability transitions
- Deep expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and trend analysis
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting models
- Experience securing $5M+ innovation grants from NSF, DARPA, or EU Horizon
- Fluency in at least two languages (Spanish, Mandarin, Arabic preferred)