Job Description
Join FutureWorks Global as a 2026 Innovation Strategist and architect of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary professional to lead our next-generation innovation pipeline, shaping technologies and business models that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends foresight, strategy, and execution to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. Work with our elite R&D team in the heart of San Francisco's tech ecosystem, where your ideas will directly influence the future of human progress.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neuro interfaces) to identify 2026 market opportunities
- Develop cross-industry innovation roadmaps aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Lead moonshot projects targeting trillion-dollar market disruptions by 2026
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to integrate future-proofing into corporate strategy
- Manage global innovation ecosystems including startups, universities, and research labs
- Present visionary frameworks to investors and board members securing $100M+ innovation budgets
- Pioneer ethical frameworks for emerging technologies ensuring responsible deployment
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Innovation Management, Futurism, or related field; PhD preferred
- 7+ years in strategic planning, R&D leadership, or venture innovation
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products with $50M+ market impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI/ML, biotech, quantum computing)
- Certification in futures forecasting (e.g., Association of Professional Futurists)
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario planning capabilities
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused innovation initiatives
- Experience scaling innovation programs in Fortune 500 environments