Job Description
Shape tomorrow's breakthroughs as our 2026 Innovation Lead at FutureHorizon Labs. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect the next wave of technological and societal advancements. Join our elite R&D team in Austin's thriving innovation ecosystem to pioneer solutions that will define the coming decade. This role demands forward-thinking leadership and cross-industry collaboration to transform emerging concepts into reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute innovation roadmaps targeting 2026-2030 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions across AI, biotech, and sustainable energy
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends and disruptive opportunities
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite stakeholders and board members
- Manage $5M+ annual R&D budget for experimental initiatives
- Document intellectual property and patent opportunities
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of scaling experimental projects to commercial deployment
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futures Studies
- Published thought leadership in technology forecasting
- Experience managing distributed innovation teams across global markets
- Strong financial acumen for R&D budget optimization