Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect solutions for emerging technological and societal shifts. This role requires blending cutting-edge foresight with actionable business strategy to position our clients as industry pioneers.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing adaptive frameworks that anticipate future disruptions, driving our innovation pipeline from concept to market leadership. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and sustainable futures, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 technological adoption patterns and market disruptions
- Design strategic roadmaps for AI-integrated product ecosystems
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on future workforce transformations
- Conduct horizon scanning across biotech, quantum computing, and climate tech sectors
- Translate future insights into actionable R&D priorities and go-to-market strategies
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 industry trends
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or equivalent experience
- 7+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data synthesis and visualization capabilities
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFPS) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-focused strategy implementations