Job Description
Shape the future with NextGen Horizons! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 technology roadmap. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, driving breakthrough initiatives in AI ethics, sustainable tech, and human-machine collaboration. Join our elite team to transform emerging possibilities into tangible solutions that redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive 2026 technology vision aligned with market evolution and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale disruptive innovations in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging risks and opportunities in global tech ecosystems
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry leaders to accelerate innovation cycles
- Present futuristic frameworks to C-suite executives and investors to secure resources for moonshot projects
- Establish ethical guardrails for next-gen technologies ensuring responsible deployment
- Mentor innovation fellows in future-proof methodologies and systems thinking
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Innovation Management (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in technology strategy with proven experience in emerging tech adoption cycles
- Deep expertise in at least two of: AI governance, sustainable tech, or human-computer interfaces
- Exceptional ability to translate complex future scenarios into executable business strategies
- Portfolio showcasing published foresight work or implemented innovation frameworks
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS or APF) strongly preferred
- Experience securing $5M+ budgets for experimental technology initiatives