Job Description
Join NextGen Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect the future landscape. This role blends cutting-edge research with practical business strategy to position our organization as an industry leader in the rapidly approaching 2026 horizon. You'll work alongside C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable roadmaps while driving innovation across our global portfolio.
Why NextGen Labs? We're a Silicon Valley trailblacking incubator with a portfolio of 50+ AI/quantum biotech startups. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid experimentation, and boundary-pushing collaboration. You'll have unparalleled access to R&D labs, venture capital networks, and proprietary trend-prediction algorithms.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 Impact Forecasts across tech, sustainability, and socio-economic domains
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with executive teams to prepare for 2026 market disruptions
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neuro interfaces) for strategic integration
- Design cross-functional innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 regulatory and ethical frameworks
- Partner with venture capital arms to identify 2026-disruptive startups for acquisition/partnerships
- Present trend briefings to Fortune 500 clients and industry consortiums
- Maintain proprietary 2026 Foresight Database with predictive analytics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with 2026-focused deliverables
- Expertise in emerging tech ecosystems (quantum, AI, biotech, Web3)
- Proven track record of developing long-term strategic frameworks (5+ year horizons)
- Advanced proficiency in trend-mapping tools (Horizon Scanning, Delphi Methodology)
- Published thought leadership in foresight publications (e.g., Future Journal, Strategic Futures Review)
- Experience advising C-suite on 2026 regulatory and ethical implications