Job Description
Join Quantum Leap Innovations as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary futurist to anticipate and shape emerging trends in AI, biotech, and quantum computing. This role demands strategic foresight to position our company at the forefront of innovation while translating future possibilities into actionable business strategies.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence product development, R&D priorities, and long-term corporate vision. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify disruptive technologies before they enter the mainstream.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps for integrating next-gen innovations into existing products
- Lead scenario planning workshops for technology disruption impacts
- Present future trend forecasts to C-suite executives and investors
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Author white papers on industry transformation projections
- Advise product teams on future-proofing technical architectures
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic technology planning or futures research
- Proven track record of predicting emerging market trends
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling skills
- Published thought leadership in technology journals
- Certification in Horizon Scanning or Technology Assessment preferred
- Experience with patent trend analysis and tech ecosystem mapping