Job Description
Join our pioneering team at FutureWorks Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Analyst and shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends, technologies, and societal shifts that will redefine our world by 2026. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategic foresight.
Why FutureWorks? We're a forward-thinking tech incubator with a track record of incubating breakthrough innovations. Our San Francisco hub operates at the cutting edge of predictive analytics and scenario planning.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) with 2026 impact potential
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026 market landscapes
- Analyze global megatrends (demographic shifts, climate adaptation, digital sovereignty) for C-suite briefings
- Build predictive models using machine learning to simulate 2026 business scenarios
- Lead cross-functional workshops with R&D teams to integrate future insights into product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 technology adoption curves
- Collaborate with MIT Media Lab and Singularity University on horizon-scanning initiatives
Qualifications
- Masters/PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or relevant quantitative social science
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology research
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies (e.g., Delphi, cross-impact matrix)
- Proficiency in Python/R for predictive modeling and data visualization
- Published work in peer-reviewed journals on technology adoption patterns
- Deep understanding of exponential technology curves (Moore's Law, Kurzweil's Law of Accelerating Returns)
- Experience with futures literacy frameworks (e.g., UNESCO Futures Literacy curriculum)