Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, shaping how we navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure. Our Austin headquarters thrives on bold thinkers who thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market positioning
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing adoption and ethical AI governance
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation pipelines
- Produce strategic whitepapers on climate tech convergence and neuro-interface adoption
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate future-proofing into annual business cycles
- Establish global partnerships with research institutions and policy think tanks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation leadership
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or decentralized systems
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership on 2020s technology disruption patterns
- Experience with scenario modeling tools (e.g., GBN's Scenario Planning)
- Strong network with futurist communities and academic research institutions