Job Description
Join Visionary Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical prowess, creative foresight, and executive communication to transform emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in AI ethics, sustainable tech adoption, and human-machine collaboration while shaping our innovation ecosystem.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy. You'll present insights to C-suite executives and partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions. This position offers unparalleled influence in defining how organizations navigate the post-2025 digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026+ strategic foresight framework through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership, quantifying potential business impacts of emerging technologies
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-gazing insights into roadmaps and feature development
- Author annual 'Future State' reports translating complex global shifts into strategic imperatives
- Build and maintain an expert network of futurists, technologists, and academic researchers
- Champion ethical innovation frameworks for AI, biotech, and quantum computing adoption
- Mentor junior strategists while establishing thought leadership through industry publications
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Planning, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology strategy roles
- Proven expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend impact analysis
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and societal implications
- Exceptional executive communication skills with experience presenting to C-suite audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic planning (portfolio required)
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities with data visualization skills