Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge tech to prepare businesses for the seismic shifts of 2026. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, emerging tech labs, and global thought leaders to decode future trends and build actionable innovation frameworks. If you thrive at the intersection of AI ethics, biotechnology convergence, and sustainable futures, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 technology impact forecasts across AI, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational strategy with future market disruptions
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness metrics and innovation maturity scoring
- Partner with R&D to prototype 2026-ready solutions using generative AI and synthetic biology
- Author thought leadership reports on metaverse economics and decentralized governance
- Advose board members on emerging regulatory frameworks and ethical AI deployment
Qualifications
- 5+ years in innovation strategy, futures research, or emerging tech consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning frameworks and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of Web3, AGI safety protocols, and climate adaptation technologies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFIP) or related advanced degree
- Experience with immersive futures tools like Delphi panels or Horizon scanning
- Portfolio demonstrating published 2020+ predictions with validated outcomes