Job Description
Join our visionary team at InnovateForward Labs as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a forward-thinking strategist to lead cross-functional initiatives in emerging technologies, sustainable innovation, and human-centric design. This role requires blending technical expertise with futurist thinking to create actionable roadmaps for our next-generation products.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Our ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and transforms complex concepts into market-ready solutions that redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for 5-year technological disruption analysis
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and algorithmic governance
- Drive sustainability initiatives in circular tech and carbon-neutral innovation
- Present strategic vision to investors and industry thought leaders
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology, Engineering, or Futures Studies (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic tech roles with 2020-2025 horizon planning experience
- Proven track record in launching disruptive products with $50M+ revenue impact
- Expertise in emerging tech ecosystems (Web3, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Fluency in scenario modeling tools (e.g., STEEP analysis, Delphi method)
- Global network of innovation hubs and research institutions