Job Description
Join 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our next decade of breakthroughs. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, transforming emerging trends into market-disrupting solutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape our 2030 roadmap while mentoring cross-functional teams in rapid prototyping and agile methodologies. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year strategic foresight frameworks using trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints for next-gen product development
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present future-state roadmaps to stakeholders and investors
- Curate and analyze emerging technology ecosystems (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Mentor innovation teams in human-centered design principles
- Author thought leadership publications on industry disruption
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or futures research
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities
- Experience with agile development and rapid prototyping
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Social Sciences
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Portfolio demonstrating future-thinking initiatives