Perception of Visiting Faculties Regarding Job Satisfaction and Fair Treatment by Department and Administration of Universities

Abstract

Background: Universities hire visiting faculties as part-time teachers to fulfill their faculty requirements. As part of the academic community, the visiting faculties not only have a different job title, they also receive a different treatment.

Objective: This research aims to explore the experience of university professors working as part-time faculties in Pakistan's universities.

Results: The experience of part-time teachers varies from university to university. However, the majority of respondents expressed similar experiences and treatment, such as no allocation of the necessary resources, no entitlement, discriminatory treatment by admin, job insecurity despite being qualified enough, and performing well. Some of the visiting faculties have said that being part-time gives you flexibility. Some of the teachers also mentioned that their experience varies from university to university. At one point, they have all the resources needed, considered to be part of the team, and do not face any discrimination.

Conclusion: The visiting faculties are part of the academics of almost every university, regardless of their job status. Universities should provide the necessary arrangements to carry out their work, such as a commonplace or a work station, to sit down and give feedback to students after class.