David Vallance is a Research Associate in the International Security Program at the Lowy Institute. His research interests include maritime strategy, Australian defence policy, military capability, and military history. He also supports the long-term research of the Institute’s Executive Director.

David joined the Institute as Research Associate to the Executive Director, prior to which he worked as a consultant in Canberra, supporting projects within ADF Headquarters, Defence Science and Technology Group, and the Royal Australian Navy.

He holds a Master of Strategic Studies from the Australian National University, a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in War Studies and History from King’s College London, and is an Associate of King’s College.