Snapshot of Pharmacy Faculty Quality of Work Life and Productivity
Mark H. Conklin Pharm.D. and M.S.Professor and Editor and Chair Dr. Shane P. Desselle Ph.D
pages: 53 - 77
- DOI: 10.1300/J060v14n01_05
- Version of record first published: 31Oct2007
Abstract:
While much has been written about various aspects of pharmacy faculty quality of work life and productivity, there have been very few empiric investigations into these related phenomena. The purpose of this study was to provide an initial examination into a broad range of quality of work life and related issues among pharmacy faculty and compare their perceptions across a number of individual and institutional characteristics. A self-administered, anonymous survey was e-mailed to pharmacy faculty with a valid e-mail address listed by the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy in 2005. The survey elicited responses on various single and multi-item measures of productivity, quality of work life, and demographic variables. Responding faculty reported only modest levels of commitment, satisfaction, and support, with relatively high consensus among department colleagues on a number of teaching and research issues. Faculty indicated areas of teaching and research in which they currently have the lowest confidence to execute. Much of the research productivity appeared to be generated by a relative minority of faculty. The results underscore the need for formalized mentoring programs, particularly for females and pharmacy practice faculty.