Job Description
Join FutureWorks Inc. as a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to shape tomorrow's technological landscape today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to architect breakthrough solutions for emerging global challenges. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry collaboration, and a passion for transforming abstract concepts into tangible impact. Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in our state-of-the-art R&D hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for climate resilience
- Forge strategic partnerships with MIT, NASA, and EU Horizon Europe initiatives
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite executives and government advisory boards
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging risks/opportunities in biotech and space tech
- Design scalable frameworks for ethical AI deployment in critical infrastructure
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D funding through grant writing and investor pitches
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic innovation with Fortune 500 or Big Tech experience
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent thought leadership
- Published author in Nature Futures or similar peer-reviewed journals
- Proven track record scaling moonshot projects (e.g., carbon capture, fusion energy)
- Deep expertise in UN SDGs 2030 framework and regulatory foresight
- Fluency in Mandarin, Arabic, and Spanish for global stakeholder engagement
- Advanced certification in Quantum Computing Architecture (IBM/Google)
- Portfolio of 3+ patented systems solving 21st-century grand challenges