Faculty Opinion Regarding Job Satisfaction and Motivation in Medical & Dental Colleges of Islamabad. A Cross-sectional Survey.

Objectives: To identify the factors affecting job satisfaction and motivation among the faculty and its relationship between faculty engagement, job satisfaction, and motivation in medical and dental colleges in Islamabad. Methodology: A cross-sectional descriptive study in which faculty of medical and dental colleges in Islamabad participated from June 2023 till September 2023. Data was collected through an online questionnaire from the faculty using a purposive sampling technique. Results: A total of 314 faculty members participated in this survey. 50.3% were female and 49.7% were male with an age range from 25 years-75 years, having work experience from 2-15 years and more. The majority of respondents expressed satisfaction with their job duties (Mean ± SD = 3.05±1.12) and a sense of camaraderie within their workplace institution (Mean ± SD = 2.96±1.10), indicating positive attitudes in several areas. Furthermore, a sizable percentage obtains enjoyment from research activities (Mean ± SD = 3.35±1.15) and feels valued at work (Mean ± SD = 2.93±1.26). On the other hand, results of this study also reveal negative attitudes towards factors, such as high levels of stress (Mean ± SD = 2.15±1.16), burnout while at work (Mean ± SD = 2.49±1.26), and a sense of being ignored at work (Mean ± SD = 2.42±1.19). Moreover, the respondents frequently report having difficulty juggling their personal and work lives (Mean ± SD = 2.19±1.05). Conclusion: The findings of this study imply that a supportive institutional culture, professional development opportunities, workload management, and the nature of the work itself all have a big impact on faculty satisfaction. On the other hand, factors that lead to unhappiness include inadequate pay, lack of recognition, and an unbalanced work-life schedule. Institutions must have a thorough understanding of these elements to design and implement programs that support faculty well-being and foster a happier workplace.