Tasks that Influence Overall Job Satisfaction Among Academics in Albania

Abstract

Measuring and understanding job satisfaction is increasingly crucial over time, both for organizations and academics. Identifying factors influencing job satisfaction is pivotal for taking proactive measures to enhance it. The task itself has been found to be one of the elements influencing academics' job satisfaction. This study focuses on investigating the specific tasks influencing the overall job satisfaction of university professors. Through hierarchical regression analysis involving 301 professors from Albanian universities, it was found that tasks related to teaching and knowledge transfer, and supervising PhD students positively impacted job satisfaction. Additionally, gender emerged as a demographic factor affecting this relationship, with women reporting higher satisfaction levels than men. Other demographic variables were not found to be significant. The study highlights key tasks contributing to academics' job satisfaction, providing valuable insights for policymakers and administrators in higher education. These findings underscore the necessity for tailored strategies aimed at addressing task-related issues and enhancing satisfaction levels. 

Received: 2 May 2024 / Accepted: 30 June 2024 / Published: 5 July 2024