Sex differences in the job satisfaction of university professors

Abstract

51 male–female pairs of university professors were administered the Job Descriptive Index (JDI). Ss were matched on 4 variables known to relate to job satisfaction. Five dependent t test outcomes and 2 omega-squared outcomes were reported. It was found that 3 t tests were nonsignificant (JDI variables of work, pay, and promotions) and 2 were significant at the .05 level (JDI variables of supervision and coworkers). Omega-squared values of .04 were obtained for the 2 significant t tests. It is concluded that either no significant sex differences in job satisfaction exist, or that if found they are not psychologically meaningful. (11 ref) (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)