Job Description
Join our pioneering team at InnovateTomorrow Labs to architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary futurist to lead our R&D initiatives in next-gen AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Shape tomorrow's innovations while collaborating with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with MIT/Stanford research partners
- Author strategic white papers on disruptive tech impact on global markets
- Secure $10M+ in federal/state innovation grants for future tech initiatives
- Mentor a team of 15 PhD researchers in emerging technologies
- Present 2026 tech forecasts to Fortune 500 C-suite executives
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field
- 15+ years in tech R&D with 5+ years in strategic foresight
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging technologies
- Track record of commercializing futuristic tech (3+ products)
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for AI/quantum deployment
- Proficiency in futures forecasting methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)