Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as our 2026 Futurist Lead. We're seeking a visionary thinker to drive breakthrough technologies at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable design. Join our elite team at InnovateNext Labs, where we're engineering the future of human progress.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, synthesizes complex trends, and translates foresight into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley disruptors to build the next generation of transformative solutions.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum AI, bio-integrated systems)
- Lead cross-disciplinary research initiatives with $10M+ annual innovation budgets
- Present futurist insights to C-suite executives and government policy boards
- Curate the annual 'Horizon 2026' global technology symposium
- Mentor PhD fellows in predictive modeling and scenario planning
- Secure patents for at least 3 disruptive technologies annually
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurology (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in R&D leadership with 3+ patents or peer-reviewed publications
- Expertise in at least 3 of: quantum algorithms, synthetic biology, neural networks
- Proven track record of scaling innovations from concept to market
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on technological disruption
- Published author in Nature Futures or similar high-impact journals
- Fluency in Mandarin, Arabic, or Spanish preferred