Radboud University employees are generally positive about their work. Job satisfaction is rated at 7.6, according to the staff survey completed by more than half of the employees. The atmosphere at Radboud University is generally perceived as pleasant. Colleagues show respect and appreciation for each other and employees can be themselves (4.0 on a 5-point scale). Employees are also positive about their own supervisor.
The percentage of employees who experienced inappropriate behaviour fell from 21% to 18%. The most common forms remain gossiping, exclusion and abuse of power. Of employees who experienced inappropriate behaviour, 67% have reported it or plan to do so. They are generally satisfied with the support provided by confidential advisors and other formal points of contact. Although the trend is positive, the numbers remain high and it is important to keep this issue high on the agenda.
Work pressure
Due to high task demands, academic staff members still experience an above-average work pressure (7.3 on a 10-point scale). Social support and autonomy are mentioned as important sources of energy that help cope. Employees also say they are able to coordinate their working hours well with their private situation (4.2 on a 5-point scale). The perceived workload is similar to 2024. The regulation of work pressure is one of the goals in the new strategy.
Employer ratings
Ratings for Radboud University as an employer have fallen slightly: 7.3 (was 7.5 in 2024). The level of confidence employees have in the way the organisation is run is lower then desirable (3.4 on a 5-point scale). Academic staff members are less satisfied than professional services staff in this regard.
Follow-up
There will be further communication within the faculties and departments about the results of the specific departments. In the coming months, the results will be discussed by the boards and staff. The actions to address the results of the survey will be discussed by the Executive Board with the university participational bodies after the summer