Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technological landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Tech Strategist to shape our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands an individual who can anticipate emerging trends, decode market shifts, and architect strategies that position us as industry pioneers. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation teams, and translate foresight into actionable business plans. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, this is your chance to define the next generation of digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify and validate emerging technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and board members
- Coordinate R&D investments in breakthrough innovation domains
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and global innovation ecosystems
- Quantify future market opportunities and competitive threats
- Mentor junior futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of forecasting market trends with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in futurism or tech strategy
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation
- Proficiency in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical narratives