Job Description
Join FutureForge Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the next decade of technological disruption. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape our R&D roadmap and guide C-suite decisions. You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neurotech pioneers, and climate AI specialists to build actionable blueprints for 2026 and beyond. Our Austin campus offers cutting-edge labs, flexible workspaces, and a culture where curiosity fuels breakthroughs. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and market evolution, this is your chance to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Forecast 2026+ technology trends across AI, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating emerging technologies into core business operations
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Present data-driven scenarios to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify disruptive startups for acquisition
- Author annual 'State of 2026' trend reports for industry publication
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Published work on emerging tech trends (whitepapers, journals, patents)
- Expertise in scenario planning and Delphi forecasting methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Experience with market simulation tools and predictive analytics platforms
- Proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into executive strategy
- Portfolio of implemented future-focused initiatives