Assessing the conformity of Social status of female faculty members with resolutions of Higher Council of Cultural Revolution

Attention to issues of female faculty members in higher education demands extended research and study, thus assessing their social status is considered as one of the most useful methods in understanding their structural as well as functional problems. This provides different fields of growth and development for this elite group and thus resolves their social and cultural problems. This study, using meta –analysis, strategic-oriented assessment and studies concerning Social status of female faculty members examines compatibility of such social status with related resolutions of Higher Council of Cultural Revolution and provides appropriate suggestions. Findings show increase in the number of female faculty members; low participation in managerial positions, influential decisions and policy making in universities, congresses and seminars; as well as a feeling of discrimination or lack of organizational justice. In spite of various educational opportunities in universities and higher education, cultural and social problems such as spousal and maternal roles as well as attitude towards women at work lead to incomplete actualization of their capabilities and talents. Applicable solutions may include a change of thoughts; improvement of their scientific, educational level as well as taking part in managerial positions of higher education.