Job Description
Join our elite team at Innovate Tomorrow Inc. to architect the future of human progress. As the 2026 Futures Research Lead, you'll pioneer breakthrough strategies at the intersection of quantum computing, climate resilience, and neurotech integration. This is your chance to redefine industries while working in Austin's premier innovation ecosystem.
We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited PTO, and a $15,000 annual learning stipend. Our state-of-the-art campus features biophilic design and collaborative pods where visionary minds converge.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 societal and technological inflection points
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in scenario planning for climate adaptation
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen AI governance systems
- Produce whitepapers for Fortune 500 clients on emerging tech disruptions
- Secure $2M+ in research grants from NSF and DARPA
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight with S&P 500 clients
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on predictive modeling
- Expertise in quantitative and qualitative foresight frameworks
- Proficiency in Python, R, and simulation platforms
- Proven grant success with federal research agencies
- Deep knowledge of quantum computing and neurotech trajectories