Job Description
Join InnovateForward Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. As a Future Technology Strategist, you'll architect solutions for 2026 and beyond, shaping how humanity interacts with emerging innovations. We seek visionary minds to bridge the gap between today's capabilities and tomorrow's possibilities.
At our state-of-the-art San Francisco campus, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to pioneer quantum computing applications, neural interfaces, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to define the next decade of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum, AI, bio-convergence) through 2026
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives with Fortune 500 partners
- Conduct horizon scanning for disruptive innovations and market disruptions
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen AI and autonomous systems
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and government bodies
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolios with measurable ROI targets
- Mentor PhD fellows in future studies and technology forecasting
Qualifications
- PhD in Technology Futures, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years in strategic tech planning at Fortune 100 or unicorn startups
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Proven track record scaling tech innovations from concept to market
- Security clearance preferred (or ability to obtain)
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)