Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary futurist to anticipate paradigm shifts, design next-generation solutions, and steer our R&D toward breakthrough innovations. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on prototyping to redefine human-technology interaction.
As a cornerstone of our Future Horizons division, you'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, AI ethicists, and biotech pioneers to incubate technologies that will shape the next decade. Our Austin headquarters offers a cutting-edge lab environment and unparalleled resources for moonshot thinking.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends to develop 2026 strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping disruptive solutions
- Present foresight insights to C-suite and industry partners
- Conduct horizon-scanning across AI, biotech, and quantum domains
- Author white papers on future societal impacts of technology
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolio with agile methodologies
- Represent company at global futurist conferences and symposiums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in anticipating market disruptions
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Advanced degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism publications
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Strong network with academic and industry innovation circles