Job Description
Join Visionary Labs Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role blends analytical rigor with creative foresight to shape our product roadmap and competitive advantage. You'll collaborate with cross-functional leaders to identify paradigm shifts, develop strategic frameworks, and pioneer breakthrough technologies that redefine industries. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your opportunity to sculpt the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socio-economic shifts to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps and scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D priorities
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations on future technologies
- Partner with product teams to integrate futuristic insights into development lifecycles
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities and risks using predictive modeling and data analytics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial products or services
- Deep expertise in AI, biotech, quantum computing, or sustainable tech trends
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario-planning methodologies
- Published thought leadership in top-tier industry publications
- Experience with strategic foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Ability to communicate complex futures concepts to diverse stakeholders