Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Tech Futurist Strategist. This visionary role demands a pioneer who can decode emerging trends, architect long-term innovation roadmaps, and position our organization at the nexus of tomorrow's breakthroughs. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop data-driven strategies that leverage AI, quantum computing, and biotech to solve humanity's greatest challenges by 2026.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis for 2026+ technology convergence
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 2030 market projections
- Partner with R&D to prototype quantum-AI hybrid solutions
- Deliver executive briefings on disruptive tech impact scenarios
- Build cross-functional labs for next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Drive patent strategy for 2026 patent cliff opportunities
- Curate global ecosystem partnerships in synthetic biology and neurotech
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic tech consulting or corporate innovation
- Expertise in exponential technology forecasting methodologies
- Published work on AI ethics or quantum computing applications
- Experience scaling innovation labs to $50M+ budgets
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Physics, or Systems Engineering
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Gartner, Forrester)
- Track record of commercializing 2020s-era emerging tech