Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation tech roadmap and drive exponential growth in emerging fields. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology, where you'll transform theoretical possibilities into market-defining solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale disruptive technologies while shaping industry standards for the post-2025 landscape.
What you'll achieve: Define technology horizons, secure $10M+ in R&D funding, and launch 3+ industry-first products. Enjoy unparalleled autonomy with a $500K innovation budget and executive exposure to Fortune 500 partners.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Secure $10M+ in venture capital and government innovation grants
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing patentable IP portfolios
- Establish industry partnerships with NASA, MIT Media Lab, and quantum startups
- Drive commercialization of at least 3 breakthrough technologies by 2026
- Mentor a team of 15+ engineers and futurists
- Present at Davos, Web Summit, and IEEE Future Tech conferences
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in exponential technologies
- Proven track record of scaling R&D budgets to $50M+
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Physics, or Bioengineering
- Published research in Nature/Science on AI ethics or quantum algorithms
- Portfolio of 10+ patents or commercialized AI/quantum products
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and synthetic biology
- Fluency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages