Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends foresight research, strategic planning, and cross-functional leadership to shape our innovation roadmap.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis across AI, biotech, climate tech, and quantum computing domains
- Develop 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with market disruption vectors
- Facilitate C-suite workshops on future scenario planning and risk mitigation
- Drive cross-functional initiatives from ideation to prototype validation
- Establish KPIs for innovation portfolio performance and ROI tracking
- Partner with product teams to embed future-ready principles in development cycles
- Represent company at global futurist forums and thought leadership platforms
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategy/innovation roles with tech-forward organizations
- Proven track record of translating foresight into actionable business strategies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies and systemic change modeling
- Exceptional facilitation skills for executive-level scenario planning sessions
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Certification in Futures Research (e.g., AC/FS) preferred