Job Description
Join Innovate 2026 Labs as a pioneering 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's breakthroughs today. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams in developing solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight with execution, requiring deep analytical prowess and creative innovation to shape the future of technology, sustainability, and human experience. You'll collaborate with industry disruptors, publish forward-thinking research, and directly influence our product pipeline at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for 5-year product roadmaps aligned with future market demands
- Conduct scenario planning workshops to prepare for disruptive industry transformations
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions in quantum computing and climate tech
- Present foresight insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications on future trends and innovation strategies
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging technology research
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and roadmap development
- Deep knowledge of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable infrastructure trends
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research methodology skills
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in product development cycles
- Certification in foresight methodologies (e.g., CFTE) preferred