Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs as we pioneer the next frontier of technological advancement. As a 2026 Innovation Strategist, you'll architect transformative solutions that define the next decade of human progress. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation to shape industries and solve global challenges. You'll collaborate with visionary teams to develop roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, sustainable tech, and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your opportunity to build the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI governance, and biotech integration
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype next-gen solutions
- Analyze emerging tech trends to identify disruptive opportunities
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation with business strategy
- Secure $5M+ in R&D funding through grant applications and investor pitches
- Mentor junior researchers in future-thinking methodologies
- Present strategic frameworks to industry consortiums and government bodies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or R&D leadership
- PhD or equivalent in emerging tech (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Proven track record of scaling tech innovations to market
- Expertise in future-casting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- Strong network in Silicon Valley and global tech ecosystems
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Experience securing federal/state innovation grants