Exploring the Correlation Between Employee Job Satisfaction and Demographics in Higher Education Institutions: An Evidence-Based Research Study

Abstract

The primary aim of the research is to identify the factors that influence satisfaction in higher education institutions in a developing economy, specifically focusing on demographic factors. The study utilizes a quantitative methodology, collecting 400 responses from higher education institutions in Rajasthan, India through a structured survey. The collected data is then examined using various statistical techniques such as EFA, CFA, Multiple Linear Regression, ANOVA, and t-tests. The findings reveal significant variations in the perception of the impact of monetary benefits on employee satisfaction based on gender. Employee satisfaction in higher education institutions is influenced by both monetary and non-monetary benefits; however, a preference for non-monetary benefits is observed. The study underscores the importance of both types of benefits in enhancing employee satisfaction in higher education institutions. The gender-based differences in the perception of monetary benefits hint at the presence of gender pay gaps, which may mirror those seen in other sectors, within higher education institutions. This research is distinctive for its focus on demographic characteristics when exploring employee satisfaction in higher education institutions in a developing country like India.