Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of human-machine collaboration. We seek a visionary Futurist & Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, merging quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech breakthroughs. Shape how humanity interacts with emerging technologies while leading cross-disciplinary teams to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible innovations.
This role demands a blend of radical imagination and strategic execution. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global policy shapers to define the technological landscape of tomorrow. Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping and scaling breakthrough concepts.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and decentralized systems
- Lead scenario planning workshops for disruptive technology adoption across industries
- Advocate for ethical frameworks in autonomous systems and human augmentation technologies
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Translate complex technological concepts into actionable business strategies
- Present future-vision insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Mentor junior researchers in emerging technology forecasting methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record of forecasting technology trends with documented impact
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, biotech, etc.)
- Experience developing ethical frameworks for autonomous systems
- Strong background in scenario planning and technology roadmapping
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals or industry white papers
- Portfolio demonstrating influence on technology policy or product innovation