Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric innovation. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinking leader who can translate emerging trends into actionable strategies, positioning our organization at the forefront of the next technological revolution.
As a cornerstone of our innovation ecosystem, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term frameworks that anticipate societal shifts, market disruptions, and technological breakthroughs. Your insights will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and organizational evolution, ensuring we remain agile in an accelerating world.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify disruptive forces affecting 2026 industry landscape
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks using quantitative/qualitative methodologies
- Design scenario-planning models for potential futures across 3-5 year horizons
- Partner with C-suite to align organizational strategy with emerging technological paradigms
- Present compelling future-state narratives to stakeholders and executive leadership
- Establish innovation incubators for prototyping 2026-ready solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on future-focused business strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities for complex concepts
- Experience advising Fortune 500 organizations on future strategy
- Portfolio demonstrating published futures research or strategic frameworks