Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation innovations. This role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge research, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, biotech, and quantum computing. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform speculative concepts into actionable blueprints, ensuring our leadership in the 2026 digital frontier.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology and human potential, leveraging data-driven insights to shape tomorrow's reality. If you're passionate about redefining what's possible and possess a proven track record of predicting industry disruptions, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives to identify and validate emerging technologies relevant to 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI integration, sustainable tech adoption, and human-machine collaboration
- Produce foresight reports and scenario analyses for executive stakeholders and product development teams
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to pioneer breakthrough innovations
- Mentor junior futurists and drive innovation workshops across global teams
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-technical trends affecting long-term technological trajectories
- Present findings at industry conferences and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research or patents in AI ethics, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products or policy
- Proficiency with AI trend analysis tools and data visualization platforms
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating successful prediction of technological disruptions