Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends predictive analysis, creative foresight, and strategic execution to shape our company's next evolution in AI-driven sustainable technology.
As a key member of our Future Horizons division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify emerging trends, disrupt conventional thinking, and pioneer technologies that redefine industries. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment strategies, and market positioning in a rapidly evolving landscape.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop predictive models and scenario-planning frameworks for long-term business strategy
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable innovation roadmaps
- Author thought leadership content including whitepapers, trend reports, and executive briefings
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-focused insights into development cycles
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years experience in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of translating future insights into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, biotech, or climate-tech trends
- Exceptional storytelling skills with ability to communicate complex visions to diverse audiences
- Published thought leadership in industry publications or academic journals
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis, scenario planning)