Oeystein Kjoersvik - Auditing AI: Quality, Compliance & the Role of GenAI in Pharma

We’re excited to welcome Oeystein Kjoersvik to AI Uncovered. Oeystein leads the Generative AI program within the Quality Assurance team at Merck, where he focuses on developing AI tools and applying a quality-first approach to ensure safe, effective use of AI in GxP-regulated environments.In this episode, Tim and Oeystein delve into the challenges of adopting AI in regulated settings, the complexity of validating GenAI tools, and the transition from traditional processes to AI-augmented systems. They also explore Oeystein’s work with the IMPALA Consortium and the importance of cross-industry collaboration to identify and scale high-value use cases for Generative AI.Before his current role, Oeystein served as a Product Owner in Analytics at Merck IT, building analytics platforms and integrating data science across systems. He also contributed as a Machine Learning Subject Matter Expert to TransCelerate’s Intelligent Automation Group, advancing AI applications in pharmacovigilance.Oeystein brings a rare blend of technical expertise and regulatory insight. He’s passionate about helping teams adopt AI responsibly and transparently—ensuring innovation aligns with quality across the pharmaceutical landscape.Welcome to AI Uncovered, a podcast for technology enthusiasts that explores the intersection of generative AI, machine learning, and innovation across regulated industries.With the AI software market projected to reach $14 trillion by 2030, each episode features compelling conversations with an innovator exploring the impact of generative AI, LLMs, and other rapidly evolving technologies across their organization. Hosted by Executive VP of Product at Yseop, Tim Martin leads a global team and uses his expertise to manage the wonderful world of product.