Job Description
Join Visionary Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. As a key architect of our innovation ecosystem, you'll translate emerging trends into actionable strategies, collaborate with C-suite executives, and lead cross-functional teams to transform futuristic concepts into market-ready innovations. This role offers unparalleled autonomy to shape our next-generation products while working alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-generation products and services
- Present strategic vision to executive leadership and board members quarterly
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Conduct scenario planning for disruptive technologies (quantum computing, AGI, biotech)
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with ROI-focused resource allocation
- Mentor junior futurists and build internal innovation capability
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching futuristic products to market
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Certification in Futures Studies (AFS or equivalent)
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and tools
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
- Portfolio of 3+ innovation projects with measurable impact