Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as our 2026 Futures Strategist. InnovateForward Labs seeks a visionary thinker to architect long-term innovation roadmaps for emerging technologies. Join our elite R&D team in San Francisco and lead the charge in defining industry paradigms for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, offering unparalleled impact on global tech evolution.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align on 2026 strategic priorities
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive technologies with market potential analysis
- Author thought leadership white papers on future-of-work implications
- Manage innovation incubator programs for emerging tech startups
- Present strategic foresight findings to global stakeholders and investors
- Collaborate with policy advisors on regulatory frameworks for emerging technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning or R&D leadership with Fortune 500 tech firms
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, quantum, biotech, etc.)
- Proven track record of implementing future-focused initiatives with measurable ROI
- Advanced degree in Technology Policy, Futures Studies, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Assessment preferred
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published author in industry journals on technology trends
- Experience with scenario planning and Delphi methodology