Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's technology revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and transform how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. This role blends foresight research, ecosystem development, and commercial strategy to position our company as the undisputed leader in post-2025 digital transformation.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, government think tanks, and Silicon Valley pioneers to identify paradigm-shifting technologies. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping, testing, and scaling breakthrough solutions that will redefine global industries.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026+ market potential
- Develop and execute multi-generational innovation roadmaps aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Establish strategic partnerships with quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotechnology research institutions
- Design and manage cross-functional 'Future Labs' for rapid prototyping of next-gen solutions
- Present technology forecasts and strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Build and lead a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Oversee commercialization pathways for breakthrough technologies with $500M+ market potential
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Technology Foresight, Futures Studies, or related field
- 15+ years experience in strategic innovation management at Fortune 500 companies
- Published research on emerging technology trends in peer-reviewed journals
- Proven track record of scaling technologies from concept to $100M+ revenue
- Deep expertise in at least three of: quantum computing, synthetic biology, neuromorphic chips, or climate tech
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for communicating complex futures to diverse audiences
- Certification in Technology Assessment (TA) or Futures Methodology