Job Description
Join InnovateFutures Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. As our Senior Futurist Strategist for the 2026 Initiative, you'll architect the blueprint for next-generation innovations that will redefine industries. This pivotal role blends visionary thinking with strategic execution, requiring you to anticipate market disruptions and pioneer solutions for challenges that haven't yet emerged. Collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional R&D teams, and shape our 5-year innovation roadmap while embedding ethical frameworks into all future-facing technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic foresight methodologies to identify emerging tech trends through 2026
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating disruptive innovations
- Produce actionable scenario-planning reports for executive decision-making
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and biotech advancements
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present future-vision frameworks to investors and board members
- Mentor junior futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or emerging tech R&D
- Proven track record of launching future-oriented products/services
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI-driven analytics
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, AGI, and neurotech landscapes
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred