Revisión sistemática y análisis bibliométrico del contrato laboral por horas.

Abstract

This study presents a systematic review and bibliometric analysis of hourly employment contracts, aiming to identify research trends on this type of employment across various labor markets worldwide and explore how future studies can assess its potential impact on the Ecuadorian labor market. Using a methodology based on the PRISMA 2020 Statement, academic articles published between 2014 and 2024 were collected and analyzed from the Scopus and Web of Science databases, applying rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the relevance and quality of the selected studies. The bibliometric analysis enabled the identification of key trends, influential authors, and high-impact academic sources on the topic. The systematic review revealed that, although this employment modality offers flexibility and job opportunities, it also poses challenges in terms of job stability. In Ecuador, where the hourly contract wasrejected in the 2024 referendum, the debate remains ongoing regarding its potential to improve labor formalization without compromising workers' social security. The findings of this study provide a theoretical foundation for future research and for the development of labor policies tailored to the country's reality.