Job Description
Join Visionary Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of technological advancement. We seek a visionary Director of Future Innovation to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional leadership, and an unyielding passion for transformative solutions. You'll spearhead initiatives at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, shaping how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing and executing 2026 innovation roadmaps
- Identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential for our industry
- Secure strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present future-vision frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive adoption of agile methodologies in long-term R&D cycles
- Oversee patent portfolios and intellectual property strategy
- Mentor senior engineers in future-proofing their technical expertise
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech innovation with 5+ at director level
- Proven track record in launching future-focused products/services
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Published thought leadership in future technology trends
- PhD or equivalent in STEM field with peer-reviewed research
- Experience securing $10M+ innovation funding
- Fluency in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies