Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical innovation, shaping how businesses navigate tomorrow's opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop actionable frameworks while leading a team of forward-thinkers. Our dynamic environment offers competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled access to industry disruptors. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your moment to redefine the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech/social/economic trends to forecast 2026+ market shifts
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with 15+ stakeholders
- Author thought leadership publications in top-tier journals
- Manage $2M+ R&D budget for prototyping future concepts
- Mentor junior futurists while maintaining research excellence
- Partner with AI labs to integrate predictive analytics into strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in futurism, innovation strategy, or adjacent fields
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Sociology, or Business
- Published work in Harvard Business Review or equivalent
- Proven experience with foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi)
- Expertise in AI/quantum computing/synthetic biology implications
- Track record leading teams of 5+ professionals
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Fluency in strategic frameworks (SWOT, STEEPLE, scenario planning)