Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to lead our exploration of emerging innovations that will define 2026 and beyond. You'll bridge cutting-edge research with market-ready solutions, driving our position at the forefront of technological evolution. This role demands a blend of deep technical acumen, strategic foresight, and business innovation to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, neurotech, climate tech) with 2026 market potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps aligning technological innovation with business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and validate future-use concepts
- Establish partnerships with research institutions and tech pioneers
- Present technology forecasts and recommendations to C-suite stakeholders
- Drive innovation culture through internal hackathons and knowledge-sharing initiatives
Qualifications
- 8+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in emerging tech commercialization
- Expertise in at least two future-tech domains (AI, biotech, sustainable energy, etc.)
- MBA or advanced degree in Technology/Engineering/Business
- Published thought leadership on technological disruption
- Experience with scenario planning and technology forecasting
- Certification in Agile/Scrum or equivalent innovation methodology