Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the vanguard of technological evolution as we shape the 2026 digital frontier. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends in quantum computing, neurotech, and AI ethics. This pivotal role requires an architect of tomorrow who can transform speculative technologies into actionable roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients.
Our Austin-based innovation lab operates at the intersection of science and strategy, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, venture capitalists, and government think tanks. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams to develop predictive models for technology adoption curves, regulatory landscapes, and societal impacts. If you thrive at the nexus of exponential technologies and human-centric design, this is your call to the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology impact roadmaps for clients in healthcare, energy, and defense sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops on quantum-AI convergence and neuro-implant ethics
- Produce white papers on regulatory frameworks for AGI and synthetic biology
- Advocate for responsible innovation principles at global tech summits
- Mentor junior futurists in trend analysis and foresight methodologies
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype 2026-era human-machine interfaces
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record publishing in Nature Futures or MIT Technology Review
- Expertise in exponential technology analysis (quantum, biotech, AGI)
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for emerging tech
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to C-suite audiences
- Experience with scenario planning tools likeηΉε°ζ methods or causal layered analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year technology predictions