Job Description
Join 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to shape how humanity interfaces with emerging technologies. You'll lead strategic foresight initiatives, collaborate with C-suite executives, and translate complex technological paradigms into actionable business strategies. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to impact industries before they exist.
Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and rapid prototyping. You'll work in a state-of-the-art facility with direct access to quantum computing resources and AI development labs. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and dedicated innovation sabbaticals.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 10-year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for disruptive technology adoption
- Produce quarterly trend reports on AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Design and test futuristic prototypes with our R&D division
- Present strategic briefings to executive stakeholders and venture capital partners
- Manage cross-functional innovation accelerators with industry leaders
- Author thought leadership pieces in partnership with MIT and Stanford
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Published research in exponential technology trends
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Deep understanding of quantum computing and AGI implications
- Exceptional presentation skills to technical and non-technical audiences