Job Description
Join our elite team at Visionary Labs to shape the future of technology. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to forecast emerging trends and drive innovation that will redefine industries. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps for technologies that will impact the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and their societal implications through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for organizations to adopt future-forward innovations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on long-term technology adoption
- Produce actionable foresight reports and scenario planning documents
- Adv executive leadership on competitive positioning in rapidly evolving markets
- Identify and evaluate emerging startups and technologies for partnership opportunities
- Represent the company at global futurism conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Technology Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published research or speaking engagements at global tech conferences (e.g., CES, Web Summit)
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their potential societal impacts
- Experience developing strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex concepts
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-state implementation projects