Published on February 2020 | Job satisfaction, Human resource, Higher Institution

Qualitative Analysis of Lecturers' Job Satisfaction among Universities in Kwara State, Nigeria

The optimum effect of satisfaction on the performance of universities’ teachers in the 21st century cannot be over looked. This study therefore examined the level of lecturers’ job satisfaction in Kwara State. Phenomenology approach of qualitative design was used for this study. Stratified and convenience sampling techniques were adopted to sample eight participants proportionately from three Universities based on ownership (Federal, State and Private). Validated structured interview was used. Thematic approach was adopted to analyse data obtained through the interview with the use of Atlas.ti software. It was revealed based on the findings that, academic staff job satisfaction level is related with their performances. It was recommended that the university administrators should make policies that will improve lecturers’ job satisfaction in the area of job security and advancement on the job for better performance in the areas of research, publications and community services for sustainable competitive advantage.