Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a Senior Futurist Strategist and architect the innovations that will redefine industries by 2026. We seek a visionary leader to decode emerging trends, develop actionable roadmaps, and guide our organization toward tomorrow's opportunities. This role blends deep analytical rigor with creative foresight to position FutureWorks at the forefront of technological and societal transformation.
As a cornerstone of our Innovation Lab, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to anticipate disruptions in AI, biotech, and sustainable energy. Your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment strategies, and corporate policy, ensuring we lead rather than follow in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies, geopolitical shifts, and cultural trends to forecast industry impacts by 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for organizational resilience and growth
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation and market positioning
- Present strategic insights to stakeholders through compelling narratives and data visualizations
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Guide R&D prioritization based on long-term trend analysis and opportunity assessment
- Author annual '2026 Horizon Report' for executive board and investor communications
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented strategies for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in scenario planning, systems thinking, and quantitative/qualitative trend analysis
- Strong network within futurist communities (e.g., World Future Society, Singularity University)
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Economics, Technology, or related field
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts for diverse audiences
- Experience with AI-driven trend analysis tools and predictive modeling platforms