Authors: Marilene C. Hipolito 1, Angelo R. Santos 2, *
Affiliations:
1Graduate School, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Cabanatuan City, Philippines
2College of Management and Business Technology, Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology, Cabanatuan City, Philippines
This study examines the influence of faculty profile variables on research productivity and competence in state universities in Region III, Philippines. A descriptive-correlational research design was used, involving data from 248 faculty members collected through surveys and analyzed using statistical correlation methods. The results show that married faculty members tend to have higher research productivity, possibly due to family support. Faculty with advanced degrees and higher academic ranks showed greater research competence. In contrast, heavy teaching loads and large class sizes were linked to lower research output. These findings emphasize the importance of implementing balanced workload policies, increasing support for research, and providing faculty development opportunities. Universities are encouraged to adopt strategies that promote research involvement while ensuring effective teaching performance.
Faculty profile, Research productivity, Research competence, Teaching load, Higher education
https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.05.018
Hipolito, M. C., & Santos, A. R. (2025). Faculty profiles and their influence on research competence and productivity in state universities. International Journal of Advanced and Applied Sciences, 12(5), 182–195. https://doi.org/10.21833/ijaas.2025.05.018