Mark Buckley, Ph.D.
Mark Buckley is a Research Oceanographer at the St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center.
As a Research Oceanographer at the St. Petersburg Coastal and Marine Science Center, Mark Buckley studies nearshore environments through field, laboratory, and numerical modelling techniques. A primary focus of Mark’s research is on understanding nearshore wave dynamics and how the structure and roughness of coral reefs effects these processes.
Professional Experience
2020-present Research Oceanographer, U.S. Geological Survey, St. Petersburg Coastal & Marine Science Center, St. Petersburg, FL
2018-2020 Research Assistant Professor, The University of Western Australia,
2016-2018 Mendenhall Research Fellow, U.S. Geological Survey, Pacific Coastal & Marine Science Center, Santa Cruz, CA
2007-2011 Oceanographer, U.S. Geological Survey, Pacific Coastal & Marine Science Center, Santa Cruz, CA
Education and Certifications
2016 Ph.D., Physical Oceanography, The University of Western Australia
2009 M.S., Ocean Engineering, University of Rhode Island
2006 B.A., Physical Oceanography, University of San Diego