Job Description
InnovateFutures Inc. is seeking a visionary 2026 Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our next-generation innovation initiatives in San Francisco. As we stand at the precipice of unprecedented technological transformation, you will architect our roadmap for the future, blending cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy.
This is your chance to shape how humanity navigates AI singularity, quantum computing, and biotech revolutions. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, disrupt industries, and leave an indelible mark on the 2026 horizon.
Join us to pioneer solutions that don't just anticipate tomorrow—they create it. Your insights will directly influence our $2B innovation portfolio and impact 500M+ lives globally.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities
- Author quarterly 'Horizon Reports' on emerging tech (AI, quantum, neurotech) with market impact assessments
- Design and execute innovation sprints with DARPA, NASA, and global R&D partners
- Mentor futurist talent and build next-generation strategic foresight capabilities
- Present future scenarios to investors and board members securing $500M+ in innovation funding
- Author thought leadership pieces in MIT Tech Review and Future Journal
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Strategic Foresight, Futures Studies, or related quantitative field
- 12+ years experience in corporate innovation or futurism with Fortune 500 impact
- Published author in peer-reviewed foresight journals with 50+ citations
- Expertise in predictive modeling tools (Trendalyzer, Foresight Engine) and scenario planning
- Proven track record of launching ventures valued at $100M+
- Deep network connections with Singularity University, Future of Humanity Institute, and WEF Global Future Councils
- Fluency in 3+ languages with cultural fluency in APAC/EMEA markets