Job Description
Join NextGen Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution! We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging technologies and shape our innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with practical business applications, ensuring our leadership in the post-quantum era. Collaborate with elite teams across AI, biotech, and sustainable energy to build the future today.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neurotech, climate AI) and translate insights into actionable strategies
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints for 2026 product roadmaps
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for disruptive market shifts
- Partner with C-suite to align long-term vision with quarterly KPIs
- Author thought leadership on future-of-work paradigms
- Mentor junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic innovation or futurist roles at Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., AGI, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of launching future-ready products/services
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., CFS) preferred
- Presentation skills for executive audiences at Davos-level forums
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-shaping initiatives