Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role merges cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, driving innovation across AI, biotech, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
As a key architect of our future-facing initiatives, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to identify paradigm shifts, anticipate market disruptions, and position our organization as a thought leader in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal shifts to forecast 2026+ market opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for organizational adaptation to disruptive trends
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive leadership teams
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership content positioning industry foresight
- Interface with venture partners and innovation ecosystems to scout breakthrough opportunities
- Design and implement trend-monitoring systems for real-time strategic pivots
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record in publishing trend analysis in peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario modeling frameworks
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Experience leading cross-continental futures research initiatives