Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect our next decade of breakthroughs. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight, shaping how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. You'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives in quantum computing, biotech integration, and sustainable AI while mentoring a team of forward-thinkers. Our San Francisco campus offers unparalleled resources to prototype and scale revolutionary concepts.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 societal shifts
- Lead moonshot projects in human-AI symbiosis and climate adaptation tech
- Partner with Fortune 500 C-suite to design future-proof business models
- Author white papers on emerging ethical frameworks for post-2025 tech
- Curate annual FutureForward Summit featuring global innovation leaders
- Mentor interdisciplinary teams in rapid prototyping and speculative design
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurology, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic innovation at tech or biotech firms
- Published research on exponential technologies or climate resilience
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Portfolio of at least 3 implemented future-focused initiatives
- Proficiency in quantum computing basics and synthetic biology
- Fluency in strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)