Work-Life Balance and Job Performance: Study of Lagos State Public Universities Lecturer

Work-life balance has become an important factor influencing employees’ wellbeing, productivity, and effectiveness, particularly within the demanding academic environment. This study examines the relationship between work-life balance and job performance among lecturers in Lagos State public universities. The study seeks to determine the extent to which lecturers’ ability to balance professional responsibilities with personal and family commitments affects their performance. A descriptive survey research design will be adopted, with lecturers from selected public universities in Lagos State serving as the study population. Data will be collected using a structured questionnaire designed to assess dimensions of work-life balance, including workload, working hours, family responsibilities, flexibility, and personal time, as well as indicators of job performance such as teaching effectiveness, research productivity, commitment, and service delivery. Descriptive statistics will be used to summarize respondents’ characteristics and study variables, while inferential statistics will be employed to test the relationship between work-life balance and job performance. The study is expected to reveal that a favourable work-life balance is positively associated with improved job performance, while excessive workload, prolonged working hours, and inadequate flexibility may negatively affect lecturers’ effectiveness. The findings will provide useful information for university administrators and policymakers in developing supportive workplace policies that promote lecturers’ wellbeing, productivity, and overall institutional performance.