Job Description
Join Innovate Tomorrow Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends, design next-generation solutions, and guide our innovation roadmap toward 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends foresight with strategic execution, requiring you to anticipate technological shifts, market disruptions, and societal transformations that will redefine industries.
In this senior position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies. Your work will directly influence product development, market positioning, and long-term sustainability initiatives across our AI, biotech, and sustainable technology divisions.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026+ foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate emerging risks
- Produce strategic whitepapers and executive briefings on technological and societal shifts
- Design innovation roadmaps aligning with UN SDGs and sustainable development targets
- Partner with venture capital teams to scout and evaluate breakthrough startups
- Represent the company at global forums on future-focused topics (Web3, quantum computing, climate tech)
- Mentor junior strategists in future-proof methodologies and analytical tools
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology) and societal megatrends
- Exceptional communication skills with executive stakeholders and public speaking abilities
- Experience publishing foresight research in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPC, APF) or equivalent training
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major future-focused projects with measurable impact