Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation as we redefine industries through strategic foresight. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect 2026's technological and societal paradigms. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative brilliance to anticipate market shifts, design next-gen solutions, and position our organization as the industry's thought leader.
Located in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and develop actionable roadmaps that transform abstract concepts into market-ready breakthroughs. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging trends, technologies, and socio-economic indicators to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation frameworks that align with long-term corporate vision
- Lead high-stakes ideation sessions with executive stakeholders and industry partners
- Translate foresight insights into actionable R&D priorities and product roadmaps
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Champion agile prototyping methodologies for future-concept validation
- Build and mentor a high-performance innovation strategy team
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven track record of developing and implementing future-oriented business strategies
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology impact assessment
- Exceptional communication skills with executive presence
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation domains
- Proficiency in strategic foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)
- Experience scaling innovation initiatives in Fortune 500 environments