Job Description
Join FutureWorks Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of breakthrough innovations. This role blends strategic foresight with actionable execution, shaping how humanity interacts with technology, sustainability, and societal evolution. Work alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Anticipate and map disruptive technologies through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Develop 10-year innovation roadmaps aligning with UN SDGs and market evolution
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership publications on future-of-work and human-tech symbiosis
- Advise C-suite on strategic pivots for 2026+ market landscapes
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with quarterly ROI assessments
- Cultivate partnerships with MIT Media Lab, World Economic Forum, and NASA JPL
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent strategic discipline
- 8+ years in innovation strategy at Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Published white papers on AI ethics, climate tech, or neuro-interfaces
- Fluency in futures forecasting tools (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Proven track record of launching products with 10+ year lifespans
- Expertise in quantum computing or synthetic biology commercialization
- Proficiency in strategic foresight platforms (e.g., Foresight Platform, Kedge)
- Keynote speaker at Davos or similar global forums