Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, transforming foresight into market-defining initiatives. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape products that will define the 2026 landscape. If you're passionate about tomorrow's possibilities today, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a 2026 technology foresight framework using predictive analytics and trend mapping
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype next-gen solutions for emerging markets
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with data-backed future scenarios
- Partner with R&D to integrate disruptive technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) into product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications on industry evolution and paradigm shifts
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with ROI-focused resource allocation
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven track record translating future trends into executable business strategies
- Expertise in emerging tech domains: AI ethics, quantum applications, or synthetic biology
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., CFMP) preferred
- Experience leading global innovation teams with measurable impact
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex futures