Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for the next generation of breakthrough innovations. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, requiring someone who can transform abstract possibilities into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, lead cross-disciplinary teams, and shape paradigms that will define the post-2025 landscape. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology foresight frameworks integrating quantum AI, biotech convergence, and climate resilience models
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives to map disruption pathways across 15+ industries
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' trend reports with 95% predictive accuracy benchmarks
- Architect innovation pipelines aligned with UN SDG 2030 targets and emerging regulatory landscapes
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab, SpaceX, and other future-shaping institutions
- Mentor next-gen futurists through our FutureVision Academy program
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent with 8+ years in strategic foresight
- Published research in Nature Futures or similar peer-reviewed journals post-2020
- Expertise in Delphi methodology, cross-impact matrix analysis, and horizon scanning
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 2020+ technology predictions with measurable impact
- Fluency in at least two future-proof programming languages (Python, R, Julia)
- Experience securing $5M+ in innovation grants for forward-looking projects
- Proficiency in quantum simulation tools (IBM Q, D-Wave) and climate modeling platforms