Job Description
Join 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough strategies for Fortune 500 clients. This hybrid role blends deep technical acumen with human-centered innovation to solve existential challenges in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems. You'll lead immersive foresight projects while mentoring our next-gen innovation team in our state-of-the-art SOMA headquarters.
Why 2026 Labs? Our patent-pending Horizon Scanning Platform processes 10M+ data points daily, giving you unprecedented insight into disruption vectors. Enjoy equity in our AI-driven ventures, unlimited learning stipends, and the autonomy to shape humanity's next chapter.
Responsibilities
- Lead multi-year horizon scanning initiatives across quantum computing, neurotech, and climate resilience domains
- Develop C-suite strategic roadmaps using proprietary trend analysis methodologies
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary workshops with MIT and Stanford futurist networks
- Author seminal industry foresight reports with 95%+ accuracy on disruption timelines
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking frameworks and scenario planning
- Collaborate with R&D teams to patent emerging technology applications
- Present findings at Davos, CES, and exclusive industry summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D strategy leadership
- Published work in Harvard Business Review, MIT Technology Review, or equivalent
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related discipline
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, or proprietary platforms)
- Track record advising Fortune 100 on disruptive technology adoption
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (STEEP, Delphi, Cross-Impact)
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ successful future-state implementations