Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-gen innovation roadmap. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who can anticipate technological disruptions, guide R&D investments, and position our brand as the industry's thought leader. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation sprints, and shape our patent portfolio for the post-2025 landscape. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging tech, market foresight, and commercial strategy, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive innovations in biotech, space tech, and decentralized systems
- Design strategic partnerships with academic institutions and emerging tech startups
- Translate complex technological trends into actionable business strategies
- Present future-state scenarios to executive leadership and board members
- Manage innovation incubators for next-gen technologies
- Drive patent strategy for emerging IP domains
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Exceptional strategic communication and executive presentation skills
- Advanced degree in relevant field (PhD/MSc preferred)
- Certification in Futures Studies or Technology Foresight
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation journals
- Experience scaling innovation ecosystems in fast-paced environments