Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform cutting-edge concepts into reality. This role sits at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, where you'll shape how humanity interacts with emerging technologies.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Your insights will directly influence product development, market positioning, and organizational transformation as we prepare for the next technological renaissance.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify breakthrough technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop innovation frameworks and strategic roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech integration
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops with engineering, design, and product teams
- Produce thought leadership content (whitepapers, keynotes, reports) positioning Visionary Labs as the future authority
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions, startups, and global innovation hubs
- Quantify future market opportunities and ROI for emerging technology investments
- Mentor junior strategists and foster a culture of radical innovation
Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field with 8+ years of experience
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional systems thinking with ability to model complex socio-technical ecosystems
- Published thought leader in futurism/innovation with 50+ citations in top-tier journals
- Deep expertise in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation
- Portfolio demonstrating successful innovation initiatives valued at $10M+
- Fluency in future-tech ecosystems (Web3, neurotech, climate tech)