Joel Joseph

Joel Joseph is a Lecturer in Ethics and Philosophy at the School of Philosophical & Anthropological Studies, University of St Andrews, UK. His primary research focuses on moral and political philosophy, with a particular emphasis on ethical dilemmas arising from necessity and rescue scenarios.

Joel's recent publication in the Journal of Ethics and Social Philosophy (2023) engages with debates on moral permissibility in situations of conflicting obligations. His work bridges theoretical ethics with practical applications, contributing to ongoing discussions in social philosophy.

He completed his doctoral thesis titled The ethics of harming in 2024 under the supervision of Dr. Thomas Pummer and Professor Sarah Hope. His research interests span ethical theory, political philosophy, and moral reasoning in high-stakes contexts.