Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape as our Senior Futurist Strategist. In this pivotal role, you'll architect the future roadmap for emerging technologies and societal trends, driving our 2026 Innovation Lab's mission to shape the next decade of transformative breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary leader to bridge foresight with actionable strategy, ensuring our organization remains at the cutting edge of technological and cultural evolution.
Our dynamic team operates at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable development, where your expertise will directly influence product development, investment decisions, and corporate vision. This is your opportunity to define what's next.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies with 2026-2030 impact potential
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks for executive decision-making and R&D prioritization
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future scenarios into corporate strategy and roadmaps
- Author visionary whitepapers and thought leadership on disruptive innovations
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and industry think tanks
- Mentor junior futurists and build foresight capabilities across the organization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology strategy
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech foresight methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Experience leading global innovation initiatives with measurable ROI
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred