Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow. We seek a visionary Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, transforming emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic execution, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and drive innovation across quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape long-term R&D priorities while building frameworks for sustainable growth. Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of science, philosophy, and business – ready to navigate the unknown with data-backed intuition.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic foresight models for emerging tech verticals
- Lead cross-functional workshops mapping disruptive trends to business opportunities
- Author quarterly innovation briefs for executive stakeholders
- Design scenario-planning frameworks for geopolitical and market volatility
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Establish KPIs for measuring technological adoption readiness
- Present strategic recommendations to board members and investors
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation roles
- Published research on exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Expertise in ethical frameworks for emerging technologies
- Strong background in data visualization and trend analysis tools
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical storytelling