Job Description
Join 2026 Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging technologies, architect next-gen business models, and guide organizations through the paradigm shifts of 2026 and beyond. This hybrid role blends deep technical foresight with strategic leadership in our Palo Alto innovation hub.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley disruptors, and government futurists to shape humanity's trajectory. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trajectories (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI) and map their commercial implications
- Design strategic innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating 2026 market landscapes
- Lead cross-functional labs exploring human-AI symbiosis and post-scarcity economies
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for climate-resilient cities and decentralized governance
- Curate exclusive summits with thought leaders from MIT, Future Today Institute, and NASA
- Author white papers on ethical AI governance and the future of work in 2026
- Mentor next-gen futurists through our 2026 Fellowship Program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published work on exponential technologies or long-term scenario planning
- Proven track record advising C-suite on disruptive tech adoption
- Deep expertise in at least two domains: quantum computing, biotech, or AI ethics
- Experience with Delphi method, horizon scanning, and trend analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating complex system modeling and strategic foresight projects
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for translating complex futures to stakeholders