Job Description
Join FutureVision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, transforming cutting-edge concepts into tangible market realities. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with business acumen to shape industries before they exist. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping next-gen solutions while maintaining our position as the undisputed thought leader in emergent technologies.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of science fiction and practical application, possessing an unparalleled ability to decode emerging signals from AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains. You'll report directly to the Chief Innovation Officer and collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to build the foundations of 2026's digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish quarterly 2026 Technology Trend Reports with predictive accuracy metrics
- Lead ideation workshops for C-suite executives on emerging market disruptions
- Architect strategic roadmaps for AI-human symbiosis in enterprise environments
- Establish industry-first standards for ethical futurism and responsible innovation
- Secure $2M+ annual R&D funding through compelling visionary narratives
- Mentor a team of 5 junior futurists using proprietary foresight methodologies
- Keynote at 3+ global tech conferences annually on 2026's paradigm shifts
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Proven track record of commercializing future-state concepts (minimum 3 case studies)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent discipline
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AGI development, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Fluency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 trend predictions with 80%+ accuracy
- Published thought leadership in top-tier innovation journals