Job Description
At 2026 Labs, we're not just predicting the future – we're building it. Join our pioneering team of visionaries as we redefine technological possibilities for the next decade. As a Futurist Innovation Strategist, you'll spearhead groundbreaking initiatives at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology. This is your chance to shape the innovations that will define 2026 and beyond.
We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas become reality. With cutting-edge resources and a culture that thrives on bold thinking, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. If you're ready to leave your mark on history, this is the place to do it.
Responsibilities
- Develop forward-looking innovation roadmaps for 2026-2030 technological horizons
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions (AR/VR, quantum algorithms, synthetic biology)
- Conduct horizon-scanning research identifying emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Design strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and academic institutions
- Present visionary concepts to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets for experimental projects
- Author thought leadership publications in top-tier tech journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough technologies to market
- Expertise in at least three emerging tech domains (quantum computing, neurotech, fusion energy)
- Deep understanding of Singularity University frameworks and exponential tech trends
- Exceptional strategic planning and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published author in MIT Technology Review or equivalent
- Fluency in Mandarin, Spanish, or Arabic for global collaboration