Job Description
Join InnovateX Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends, design 2026-ready solutions, and lead our innovation strategy. Shape how businesses adapt to exponential technological shifts while working with Silicon Valley's brightest minds in our state-of-the-art downtown hub.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze global technological, social, and economic trends through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for AI, biotech, and quantum computing integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future insights into actionable business strategies
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed foresight into corporate planning
- Author white papers on disruptive technologies and their market impacts
- Manage a portfolio of innovation pilots with $2M+ annual budget
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating future scenarios into commercial outcomes
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry forums
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex technical concepts