Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to shape our product roadmap and anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. This role demands strategic foresight to transform emerging concepts into market-leading innovations.
As a key member of our executive team, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government futurists to architect the next generation of human-machine interfaces. Your insights will directly influence $2B+ in R&D investments and shape how 1B+ users interact with technology.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for 2026+ tech trends across AI, AR/VR, and synthetic biology
- Develop predictive models for technology adoption curves and market disruption
- Interface with C-suite executives to align product strategy with future paradigms
- Present white papers at Davos, CES, and MIT Technology Review summits
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-proof design methodologies
- Partner with Stanford and MIT's future studies departments
- Author quarterly 'State of 2026' industry briefings
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent strategic foresight certification
- 10+ years in tech strategy at companies with >$1B valuation
- Published research in Nature Futures or similar peer-reviewed journals
- Deep expertise in Gartner Hype Cycle analysis and Delphi methodology
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (provide 3 case studies)
- Fluency in Mandarin, Spanish, or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement
- Portfolio of 2020-2025 technology predictions with 85%+ accuracy