Impact of Personality on Job and Career Satisfaction Among University Faculty Members

Md. Mehedi Hasan, Md. Enamul Haque, Syed Muhammod Ali Reza, Md. Solaiman Chowdhury, Iqbal Hossain Moral

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This research explores the interplay of personality traits, job satisfaction, and career satisfaction among Bangladeshi university faculty members. Using data from 350 respondents, it highlights that job security, fair policies, and superior appreciation are key to job satisfaction. Over half of the participants felt valued by their superiors, underscoring the importance of recognition. Positive coworker and manager relationships were also crucial in fostering a supportive work environment. While many respondents were neutral about wages, promotion opportunities were perceived positively by nearly half, though some expressed uncertainty, suggesting the need for clearer advancement pathways. Strong links between job and career satisfaction were evident, with flexibility, feedback, and creativity enhancing satisfaction. The study underscores the need for supportive organizational cultures and further research on personality traits’ impact. Limitations include its cross-sectional design and single-country focus, recommending broader future studies to guide policy improvements.

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Career satisfaction; Descriptive research; Job satisfaction; Personality traits; University faculty

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