Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. As our 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect the blueprint for next-generation breakthroughs, bridging cutting-edge technology with human-centric solutions. We're seeking a visionary thinker to shape how businesses evolve in the rapidly approaching 2026 ecosystem.
Why FutureWorks? We're a Silicon Valley pioneer with a track record of incubating technologies that defined this decade. Our culture combines agile methodology with deep research partnerships, including MIT Media Lab and Stanford's AI Institute. This role reports directly to our Chief Innovation Officer and collaborates with Fortune 500 clients.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for enterprise clients, focusing on AI ethics, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging market opportunities in biotech, space exploration, and neurotech
- Produce annual innovation impact reports with predictive analytics on industry disruptions
- Manage strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Design and implement prototyping sprints for 2026-adjacent technologies
- Present findings to C-suite executives and board members at quarterly innovation summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futures research, with experience in tech/consulting sectors
- Proven track record developing 5+ year technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI governance frameworks
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Certification in Foresight Methodology or Strategic Foresight from a recognized institution
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed innovation journals
- Experience managing multi-million dollar innovation budgets