Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we shape the future. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to lead our 2026 horizon-scanning initiatives and transform emerging trends into actionable growth strategies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring deep analytical prowess and creative foresight.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and digital transformation sectors
- Develop scenario-planning models for 2026 market landscapes and disruption vectors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize insights into strategic roadmaps
- Produce high-impact futurist reports for C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced analytical methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption scenarios
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methods, and trend extrapolation
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and predictive modeling
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year+ strategic implementations