Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Innovate Tomorrow as we shape the future. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to drive our 2026+ roadmap. You'll decode emerging trends, craft transformative strategies, and position our organization at the forefront of technological and societal evolution. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive influence to navigate an accelerating future.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies, market shifts, and socio-cultural trends
- Develop and communicate future scenario frameworks for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation initiatives spanning AI, biotech, and sustainable systems
- Build strategic partnerships with research institutions and thought leaders
- Translate foresight insights into actionable product roadmaps and business strategies
- Present future outlooks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Cultivate an organizational culture of proactive innovation and adaptability
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years experience in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record developing future-oriented frameworks for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology impact assessment
- Exceptional storytelling skills with executive presentation experience
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy