Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role demands forward-thinking expertise to transform foresight into competitive advantage in an era of unprecedented technological acceleration.
As the architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, develop scenario-based strategies, and drive innovation across quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable infrastructure. Your insights will directly shape $2B+ in strategic investments.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026 global markets
- Develop and maintain 10-year strategic scenarios using AI-powered trend analysis
- Architect cross-functional innovation roadmaps for quantum-AI-biotech convergence
- Present foresight frameworks to executive stakeholders and board members
- Partner with R&D to translate future-state opportunities into pilot programs
- Author quarterly trend briefs influencing $2B+ strategic investment decisions
- Lead global workshops on future-proofing organizational capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist roles
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and scenario development methodologies
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, biotech, and climate tech trajectories
- Exceptional storytelling skills for translating complex futures into actionable insights
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., from AC/FS or APF)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 executives on long-term transformation
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend analyses or future-state frameworks