Job Description
Join Innovate Forward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to shape how organizations navigate the disruptive landscape of 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic implementation to prepare businesses for quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech, and human-machine integration.
As a key member of our innovation council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and futurists to develop actionable roadmaps for emerging technologies. If you thrive at the intersection of technology foresight and business strategy, this is your opportunity to define the next frontier.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neuromorphic AI, carbon capture tech) and assess their business impact by 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for ethical AI deployment and sustainable technology integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business plans
- Partner with product teams to prototype solutions for 2026 market readiness
- Present foresight findings to executive leadership and industry stakeholders
- Monitor global regulatory shifts affecting emerging technologies
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology consulting
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech)
- Proven track record of translating future trends into business strategy
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong data analysis and visualization skills for complex tech trends
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Foresight or Technology Assessment preferred