Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's solutions. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Lead to architect the next generation of sustainable technologies. This role combines cutting-edge research with strategic implementation, requiring you to anticipate market shifts and pioneer breakthroughs that will define the post-2025 landscape. You'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to transform futuristic concepts into scalable, impact-driven initiatives.
Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, embraces exponential technologies, and possesses a proven track record of translating complex theories into real-world applications. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to shape humanity's trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic foresight initiatives identifying emerging technologies and market opportunities through 2030
- Architect and implement innovation roadmaps aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Direct R&D projects in quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Develop patent portfolios for breakthrough technologies with commercialization potential
- Mentor cross-functional teams in design thinking and exponential technology adoption
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in innovation leadership with proven large-scale transformation impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience securing $5M+ in R&D funding from government/private sources
- Proficiency in strategic foresight methodologies (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Studies)
- Strong network with global innovation ecosystems (Silicon Valley, Shenzhen, Berlin)