Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist and shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to decode emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal trends that will define the next decade. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our clients at the forefront of innovation. Collaborate with elite teams in AI, biotech, and sustainable tech to develop roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, AI ethics, climate tech) and their market impact through 2026
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients navigating post-2025 disruptions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product roadmaps and investment strategies
- Author whitepapers and keynote presentations on 2026 industry transformation
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting long-term tech adoption
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategy consulting, R&D, or futurism with demonstrated 2026+ trend analysis
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, biotech, quantum, etc.)
- Published thought leadership on future-of-work or industry disruption
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience advising C-suite on 5-10 year strategic horizons