The Effect of Job Demands and Job Resources on Academic Staff Satisfaction in Accredited Universities in Egypt

摘要

Building on extensive research based on the job demands and resources model (JD-R), the authors examine the relationship of job demands and resources to job satisfaction and also look at the mediating role of work-based identity. A questionnaire administered to 50 professors on commerce faculties at two universities tested seven hypotheses, with results analyzed statistically. Although three hypotheses were rejected, those accepted suggest that university administrations should "include institutionalized procedures and routines that provide academicians with emotional, financial, or instrumental assistance beyond pay, benefits, or recognitions." Other practical suggestions are offered to encourage positive work-based identity and, therefore, job satisfaction.