Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next generation of technological breakthroughs. This role bridges emerging AI, quantum computing, and sustainable design to redefine industries by 2026. Collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors in our Austin Innovation Hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-year innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional R&D teams in prototyping quantum-resistant security frameworks
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Present strategic foresight reports to C-suite executives at global forums
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets for experimental R&D initiatives
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or corporate R&D leadership
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on AI ethics or quantum applications (2020-2023)
- Experience scaling technologies from lab to market (min. 3 products)
- Certified in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFAP preferred)
- Portfolio of 2025+ innovation roadmaps implemented
- Fluency in Python and simulation modeling tools