Job Description
Join 2026 Vision Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's reality. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect the future of human-technology symbiosis. This pivotal role demands radical imagination paired with rigorous analytical rigor to shape products that will define the next decade.
In our cutting-edge San Francisco hub, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to transform speculative concepts into tangible innovations. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and a culture where audacious ideas thrive.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological, social, and economic signals to forecast 5-10 year horizon trends
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product development based on future scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional workshops to synthesize insights from diverse disciplines
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at global forums
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Maintain a proprietary trend intelligence database and forecasting algorithms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, trend analysis, or futures research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Proven track record of forecasting adoption of transformative technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and pattern recognition
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Experience publishing in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Proficiency in data visualization tools and trend analysis software