Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the future of technology. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to transform emerging technologies into market-leading innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate industry shifts and drive disruptive initiatives. Our culture values bold thinking, rapid prototyping, and sustainable impact. If you're passionate about solving tomorrow's challenges today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 market dominance
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate next-generation products and services
- Present futuristic insights to executive leadership and board members with data-driven narratives
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Develop patentable innovation frameworks and IP protection strategies
- Mentor R&D teams on future-proofing methodologies
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Strategy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in corporate innovation, R&D, or strategic foresight roles
- Proven track record of launching future-focused products or initiatives
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong network within tech innovation ecosystems
- Portfolio of published research or patents in emerging tech domains