Job Description
Join 2026 Labs, the vanguard of tomorrow's solutions, as we redefine industries through cutting-edge innovation. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect the future landscape of technology, design, and human experience. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, driving projects that will shape the next decade of progress.
At 2026 Labs, you'll collaborate with elite teams in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems to translate emerging trends into actionable blueprints. Our dynamic environment rewards intellectual curiosity and bold thinking, offering unparalleled opportunities to influence global innovation agendas.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts
- Develop future-ready roadmaps for enterprise clients across healthcare, finance, and logistics
- Facilitate high-stakes strategy workshops with C-suite executives and government partners
- Author visionary whitepapers and thought leadership pieces for industry publications
- Oversee cross-functional R&D projects in quantum computing and neuro-interfaces
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial applications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in scenario planning, Delphi methods, and emerging tech ecosystems
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or top-tier media
- Experience securing $1M+ innovation grants from federal/state agencies
- Proficiency in AI-driven trend analysis tools (e.g., Palantir, Trendalyzer)