Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary futurist to architect next-generation systems that will redefine human-computer interaction, sustainability, and AI ethics. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to shape the digital landscape while working with Nobel Prize-winning researchers in our Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026 technology adoption across quantum computing, biotech integration, and decentralized networks
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping breakthrough systems with 10-year scalability
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Architect ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
- Present findings to C-suite executives and industry consortiums
- Mentor junior researchers in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurology with 8+ years experience
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on exponential technologies
- Expertise in systems thinking and complex adaptive systems modeling
- Proficiency in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Track record of commercializing future-focused technologies
- Certification in Technology Foresight (TF) or equivalent