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Perspectives on Work-Family Integration Among U.S. Pharmacy Faculty With Children.
Katie F Leslie1, Kimberly Elder1, Alexis N Crawford2
1Sullivan University College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Louisville, KY, USA.
American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education
|July 19, 2025
Summary
Work-life integration challenges are significant for US pharmacy faculty with children. Addressing barriers at multiple levels is crucial for sustainable work-life balance and retention in academia.
Area of Science:
- Academic Medicine
- Pharmacy Education
- Work-Life Studies
Background:
- Work-family conflict impacts academic professionals, particularly those with dependent children.
- Pharmacy faculty face unique challenges balancing demanding careers with family responsibilities.
- Understanding these conflicts is vital for faculty well-being and institutional support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the causes of work-family and family-work conflict among US pharmacy faculty with dependent children.
- To identify barriers and facilitators impacting work-life integration in this demographic.
- To inform strategies for improving work-life balance in academic pharmacy.
Main Methods:
- Semistructured qualitative interviews conducted via Zoom with pharmacy faculty.
- Thematic content analysis of interview transcripts to identify key themes.
- Utilized a modified socio-ecological framework to model findings.
Main Results:
- Barriers include inflexible work hours, work outside business hours, and conflicting academic/child schedules.
- Facilitators include autonomy, partner/peer support, boundary setting, and intentionality.
- Impacts range from stress and guilt to considering leaving academia; recommendations focus on policy and leadership support.
Conclusions:
- Work-life integration is a critical issue for pharmacy faculty with dependent children.
- Intentional support from individuals, employers, and institutions is necessary for sustainable work-life integration.
- Addressing these challenges can improve faculty retention and well-being in academic pharmacy.
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