Job Description
Join InnovateNext Solutions as we redefine the future. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect tomorrow's innovations today. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge research with actionable strategy, ensuring our leadership in emerging technologies and societal trends. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, drive cross-functional innovation sprints, and publish seminal research that shapes industry trajectories. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your opportunity to impact 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technology, economic, and social shifts
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging domains (AI ethics, quantum computing, sustainable tech)
- Facilitate executive workshops and innovation labs with Fortune 500 partners
- Author predictive white papers and thought leadership for industry publications
- Oversee R&D investments in future-focused ventures and moonshot projects
- Build and lead a global network of futurists and academic collaborators
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, innovation, or futurist roles
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published research on long-term technology adoption (2015-2025)
- Expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Track record advising C-suite on disruptive market shifts
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI trend analysis
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex insights