Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we prepare for the transformative landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market implementation, ensuring our leadership in emerging domains like quantum computing, neurotech, and sustainable AI. Collaborate with world-class engineers, researchers, and industry disruptors to shape the technologies that will define the next decade.
Why join us? We offer unparalleled autonomy, a $50M innovation fund, and the opportunity to patent breakthrough technologies. Our culture combines Silicon Valley agility with academic rigor, providing a launchpad for your most ambitious ideas.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology foresight roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum computing and neuro-interfaces
- Secure strategic partnerships with leading research institutions (MIT, Stanford, ETH Zurich)
- Present technology strategy to C-suite and board of directors
- Manage $5M annual innovation portfolio with ROI-focused KPIs
- Pioneer sustainable AI frameworks for carbon-negative computing
- Author industry whitepapers on 2026 technological inflection points
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in emerging tech
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Engineering or Physics
- Proven track record in commercializing breakthrough technologies
- Expertise in quantum computing or neurotech domains
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier
- Executive-level communication and stakeholder management
- Fluency in technology forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Experience securing federal grants (DARPA, NSF) or venture capital