Job Description
Join FuturePulse Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect solutions for emerging technologies and societal shifts. Shape how businesses adapt to post-2025 disruptions while leading cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen experiences. This role merges foresight with execution in our Austin-based innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology roadmaps for enterprise clients
- Lead scenario planning for AI, quantum computing, and climate tech disruptions
- Design human-centered innovation frameworks for future workplaces
- Facilitate cross-industry think tanks on sustainable futures
- Prototype AR/VR interfaces for next-gen digital experiences
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives on emerging risks
- Mentor junior futurists in speculative design methodologies
Qualifications
- 5+ years in innovation strategy or futures research
- Expertise in emerging tech (Web4, biotech, AGI)
- Published thought leadership on 2026+ trends
- Proficiency in foresight tools (horizon scanning, Delphi method)
- Experience leading cross-continental virtual teams
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Tech Policy, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-oriented projects