Job Description
Join FutureWorks Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of technology by 2026. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight, enabling our global clients to navigate disruption and capitalize on paradigm shifts. Work in our cutting-edge San Francisco hub alongside Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and industry disruptors. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and strategic innovation, this is your opportunity to shape what's next.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends across AI, biotech, quantum computing, and sustainable energy to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients preparing for 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to translate foresight into actionable business strategies
- Author high-impact thought leadership reports published in top-tier journals and industry forums
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype next-generation solutions aligned with future market needs
- Mentor junior strategists in futures methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent field
- 8+ years of experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies for enterprise clients
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AGI, neurotech, decentralized systems) and their societal impacts
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or major industry publications
- Proficiency in futures research tools (horizon scanning, Delphi methods, systems modeling)