Job Description
Join InnovateNext Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary Future Technologies Strategist to shape our next-gen innovation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll identify emerging technologies, assess market readiness, and architect solutions that will define tomorrow's digital landscape. Our culture combines cutting-edge R&D with agile execution, offering unparalleled opportunities to impact industries from quantum computing to biotech integration.
What you'll achieve: Lead cross-functional teams in developing 5-year technology roadmaps, secure $5M+ in innovation funding, and establish thought leadership through industry publications and conference keynotes.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology) with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic technology adoption frameworks for enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering, design, and business teams
- Present technology forecasts and recommendations to C-suite executives and venture partners
- Build and manage a $2M+ innovation lab budget
- Author thought leadership content for industry publications
- Identify and secure strategic partnerships with research institutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record of launching commercialized tech products
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Strong financial modeling and ROI analysis skills
- Certified Innovation Professional (CIP) or equivalent
- Experience securing government SBIR grants
- Published author or frequent conference speaker on future tech