Work Stress and Its Impact on Job Satisfaction in Academic Institution
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https://doi.org/10.64882/ijrt.v14.iS1.966Keywords:
Work Stress, Job Satisfaction, Academic Institutions, Organizational Culture, Faculty Well-being, Higher Education, Stress ManagementAbstract
In today’s highly competitive and rapidly evolving academic environment, faculty and staff face growing pressures to publish research, secure funding, and adopt innovative teaching methods. While these demands encourage professional growth and creativity, they also contribute to increased work stress, which can negatively affect mental well-being and job satisfaction. This paper explores the relationship between work stress and job satisfaction within academic institutions, emphasizing the role of organizational culture in shaping these outcomes. It argues that institutions promoting psychological safety, autonomy, collaboration, and a growth-oriented mindset can mitigate stress and enhance overall job satisfaction. By synthesizing insights from organizational psychology and higher education research, this study highlights how supportive and innovative institutional cultures can serve as strategic tools for improving employee well-being and sustaining long-term academic excellence.
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