MGI Tech
commercial Recruitment
case study
Learn how SRC-Search’s genomics recruitment expertise helped MGI Tech hire top commercial talent and expand its presence across Europe.
The client
MGI tech
MGI Tech is a global genomics and life sciences company dedicated to developing advanced tools and technologies that power innovation in biotechnology and precision medicine. The company’s rapid expansion created a growing need for specialised genomics recruitment to support its international teams. MGI Tech focuses on research, development, manufacturing, and sales of instruments, reagents, and integrated systems that enable high-performance genomics, multi-omics, and life-science applications. Its portfolio includes real-time, full-spectrum digital sequencing platforms used in genomics research, precision healthcare, agriculture, and beyond.
Founded in 2016, MGI Tech has evolved into a global leader in genomics technology, serving customers across six continents with world-class research, manufacturing, training, and support facilities. It is among the few companies capable of independently developing and mass-producing clinical-grade gene sequencers, offering platforms with throughputs ranging from gigabase to terabase levels. With deep expertise in genomics innovation, cutting-edge products, and a mission to make a worldwide impact, MGI Tech continues to shape the future of genomic science and precision life sciences.
At a Glance
SRC-Search began collaborating with MGI in late 2019, as the company set out to build its European commercial operations from the ground up. This marked the start of a high-impact genomics recruitment partnership aimed at establishing a strong local presence across key European markets and expanding MGI’s world-class genomics talent network.
Challenge:
- MGI set out to build its European commercial presence during a pivotal period, balancing the urgency of rapid hiring with the complexities of cross-cultural collaboration, diverse economic conditions, the need to establish high-performing local teams across multiple countries and a global pandemic.
Our strategy:
- Proactive stakeholder engagement: worked closely with key decision-makers to build early trust, align expectations, and maintain hiring momentum.
- Targeted, campaign-style recruitment: tailored search strategies to each local market to ensure speed, precision, and cultural fit.
- Focus on market-ready talent: prioritised autonomous, commercially driven professionals capable of delivering immediate impact.
Results
When MGI set out to strengthen its European footprint, SRC-Search stepped in as a trusted genomics recruitment partner. What began as an ambitious expansion plan soon turned into a fast-paced success story — one that combined scientific innovation with precise hiring execution.
Over the course of the project, we placed 24 specialists — Account Managers, Field Application Scientists, Business Development Managers, Field Service Engineers, and Marketing Managers — across Germany, France, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the Netherlands. Each placement played a vital role in helping MGI build commercial strength and technical expertise across Europe.
This targeted genomics recruitment initiative powered MGI’s entry into the competitive sequencing market, helping the company navigate legal challenges, economic uncertainty, and diverse cultural landscapes. Even through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, the newly built teams maintained momentum, driving continued revenue growth and market penetration.
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