Job Description
Join FutureWorks Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next decade of innovation. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with market disruption, shaping how humanity interacts with technology, sustainability, and human augmentation. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and global policy architects to build the future we want to live in.
Why This Role Matters: As humanity stands at the convergence of AI, biotech, and climate innovation, your insights will directly influence $1B+ investment decisions and product roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to write history.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026+ market impact
- Develop 'Future Playbooks' for C-suite executives on AI ethics, quantum computing, and neurotech
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary workshops with MIT Media Lab, NASA, and WHO partners
- Author quarterly 'State of 2026' reports distributed to 200+ global innovation leaders
- Architect patent-pending frameworks for human-AI symbiosis and climate resilience
- Advise US Senate Tech Committee on emerging policy frameworks for 2030 readiness
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience (10+ years)
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurist journals (e.g., 'Foresight', 'Technological Forecasting')
- Proven track record advising Fortune 100 on 5+ year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, synthetic biology, AGI safety)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (STEEP-EL, Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Fluency in Mandarin, Arabic, or Spanish for global stakeholder engagement
- Portfolio of 3+ successful future-strategy implementations with measurable impact