Job Description
Join InnovateForward Inc. as we pioneer the frontiers of tomorrow! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape our innovation roadmap.
InnovateForward operates at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech, and AI disruption. As a key member of our Futures Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. We offer unparalleled autonomy, cutting-edge resources, and a culture where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026+ business landscapes
- Develop and publish annual innovation roadmaps with actionable strategic recommendations
- Facilitate executive workshops on scenario planning and risk mitigation for disruptive futures
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for anticipated market disruptions
- Establish thought leadership through whitepapers, keynote presentations, and industry panels
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints focused on exponential technologies
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and domain experts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial success
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks and risk assessment tools