Job Description
Join Innovate Future Labs as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary AI Futurist to pioneer breakthrough strategies at the intersection of artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and human augmentation. This role demands a forward-thinker who can translate emerging scientific paradigms into actionable business frameworks.
You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing predictive models for societal transformation, while maintaining ethical guardrails against unintended consequences. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and possesses the rare ability to connect disparate technological trends into coherent future narratives.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients using predictive analytics and trend synthesis
- Lead quantum-AI hybrid system prototyping in our Silicon Valley Innovation Lab
- Design ethical frameworks for human-machine symbiosis in post-2025 workplace ecosystems
- Present future scenarios at C-suite level across finance, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors
- Author quarterly '2026 Horizon Scan' reports distributed to global policy makers
- Mentor PhD fellows in emerging tech ethics through our Future Leaders program
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurism with 5+ years applied research
- Published work on AI ethics, quantum machine learning, or human-computer interaction
- Experience with predictive modeling frameworks (Bayesian networks, Monte Carlo simulations)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing architectures (Qiskit, Cirq) and quantum advantage
- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations with measurable ROI
- Certification in Futures Studies (AFS) or equivalent foresight methodology