Job Description
Join Visionary Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's possibilities! We seek a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role is pivotal in shaping our company's next-generation roadmap, blending analytical rigor with creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities and lead cross-functional teams in prototyping future-ready innovations. If you're passionate about turning sci-fi into reality and thrive in ambiguity, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech, economic, and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market shifts
- Develop and present strategic innovation roadmaps for executive leadership
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives using quantitative/qualitative research methods
- Facilitate design-thinking workshops to prototype future-facing solutions
- Partner with product teams to integrate foresight into development cycles
- Build and maintain an external ecosystem of futurists and domain experts
- Author thought leadership content on emerging technologies and societal impacts
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven experience with trend analysis, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Strong background in design-thinking methodologies
- Published thought leadership in futures or innovation publications
- Certification in Foresight or Innovation preferred